In Switzerland, the vignette system is very straightforward compared to some neighbouring countries. There is only one price category: all vehicles up to 3,500 kg require the same vignette. Unlike in countries such as Slovenia or Austria, there are no separate classes based on axle height or emission standards.
In Switzerland, motorway tolls are collected with an e-vignette linked to your license plate.
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Toll in Switzerland
To drive on Swiss motorways, most vehicles must display a valid vignette Switzerland. This motorway toll system has been in place for decades and is still required in 2025. The e-vignette is linked to your license plate, ensuring fast electronic checks at every motorway entry.
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Arrange your Switzerland vignette in just a few minutes at Tollvignettes.com. Select your vehicle, choose the validity, and pay securely by card, PayPal, or another method. Your license plate is activated immediately in the Swiss toll system, and you’ll receive confirmation by email, so you can start your trip without delays at the border.
Toll roads in Switzerland
Driving in Switzerland means you need a vignette, always. All national motorways and expressways are toll roads and there are no exceptions or toll-free motorway sections. The vignette is compulsory whether you are just crossing the border for a short trip or driving across the country.
How to recognise Swiss motorways
Motorways are marked with a red hexagonal A sign showing the route number (for example A1 or A2).
Many roads also carry a green E number because they are part of the trans-European road network, linking Switzerland with neighbouring countries like Germany, France, Austria and Italy.
Toll enforcement is strict: cameras at entry and exit points, as well as random police checks, verify every plate against the national vignette system.
Swiss motorway network overview
The Swiss motorway system covers more than 1,800 kilometres and connects the country from border to border through alpine valleys, tunnels and major cities. Below is an overview of the main routes:
A1 runs east–west from St. Margrethen at the Austrian border through St. Gallen, Winterthur, Zürich, Aarau, Olten, Bern, Lausanne and Geneva to Bardonnex at the French border
A2 the main north–south route from Basel at the German border through Olten, Luzern, the Gotthard, Bellinzona and Lugano to Chiasso at the Italian border
A3 from Basel at the French border via Brugg, Zürich (West Ring), Thalwil and Pfäffikon to Sargans
A4 from the German border near Schaffhausen through Winterthur, Zürich, Cham and Brunnen to Altdorf
A5 from Luterbach via Solothurn, Biel/Bienne and Neuchâtel to Yverdon
A6 connecting Lyss and Bern with Thun and Spiez
A7 from Kreuzlingen at the German border via Weinfelden and Frauenfeld to Winterthur
A8 from Hergiswil via Sarnen, Brünig Pass and Interlaken to Spiez
A9 from Vallorbe at the French border via Vevey, Sion and Sierre to Brig
A10 short connection between Muri bei Bern and Rüfenacht
A12 from Bern via Fribourg and Bulle to Vevey
A13 from St. Margrethen at the Austrian border through Buchs, Sargans, Chur, San Bernardino to Bellinzona
A14 from Luzern via Cham and Zug to Baar
A15 from Brüttisellen via Uster and Hinwil to Reichenburg (“Zürcher Oberlandautobahn”)
A16 the “Transjurane,” from Boncourt at the French border via Porrentruy, Delémont and Moutier to Biel/Bienne
A17 from Näfels to Niederurnen
A18 from Basel to Reinach (BL)
A20 from Le Locle via La Chaux-de-Fonds and Neuchâtel to Ins
A21 bypass around Martigny
A22 from Pratteln to Sissach
A23 from Müllheim via Eschikofen, Arbon and Rorschach (“Bodensee-Thurtalstrasse”)
A24 from Mendrisio to Stabio
A25 from Herisau to Gossau (SG)
A50 Rheinsfelden – Glattfelden bypass
A51 the “Flughafenautobahn,” connecting Bülach and Zürich Airport with Zürich-North
A52 from Zumikon to Hinwil (“Forchstrasse”)
Additional toll tunnels in Switzerland
While the Swiss vignette covers the entire motorway and expressway network, there are a few major alpine tunnels where an extra toll fee applies. These tolls are charged separately and are not included in the vignette price.
Great St. Bernard Tunnel – This tunnel connects the Swiss canton of Valais with Italy’s Aosta Valley. It is a key route through the Alps and remains one of the longest road tunnels in Switzerland. Drivers must pay a separate toll at the tunnel booth. Both one-way and return tickets are available, and discounts are sometimes offered for multiple crossings.
Munt la Schera Tunnel – Located in the canton of Graubünden, this single-lane tunnel links Switzerland with the Italian duty-free area of Livigno. It is open year-round and especially popular with travellers heading to ski resorts. The toll is paid directly at the entrance booth, with both cash and card accepted. Seasonal passes and multi-trip tickets are also offered for frequent travellers.
Vehicle classes for Switzerland vignettes
Examples of vignette obligation
Vehicle
≤ 3,500 kg
Trailer/caravan
≤ 3,500 kg
Motorcycle
Vehicle
Passenger cars, vans and light trucks with a maximum authorised mass of up to 3,500 kg are required to purchase a motor vehicle vignette.
Trailer/caravan
A separate trailer vignette is required for trailers and caravans with a payload of up to 3,500 kg.
Motorcycle
Motorcycles, quads and trikes are required to purchase a motorcycle vignette.
Validity period
In Switzerland, only a 1-year vignette is available. It is not possible to purchase a vignette for a shorter period. The vignette is mandatory for all vehicles under 3,500 kg, even for those just passing through the country.
Validity duration
The annual vignette is valid for 14 months, from December 1 of the previous year until January 31 of the following year. For example:
The 2025 vignette is valid from December 1, 2024, until January 31, 2026.
Switzerland vignette price 2025
| Car | ||
|---|---|---|
| Duration | CHF | EUR |
| 2025 | CHF 52.00 | €54.99 |
| Trailer | ||
|---|---|---|
| Duration | CHF | EUR |
| 2025 | CHF 52.00 | €54.99 |
| Motorcycle | ||
|---|---|---|
| Duration | CHF | EUR |
| 2025 | CHF 52.00 | €54.99 |
The above prices are a combination of the toll fee and the registration fee, presented as one total amount.
Toll regulations for lorries
Vehicles exceeding 3,500 kg are categorized into two types: LSVA and PSVA vehicles.
LSVA (Performance-related Heavy Vehicle Charge) is mandatory for trucks and other vehicles over 3,500 kg primarily used for transporting goods. The charge for these vehicles is calculated based on weight, emission class, and kilometers driven.
PSVA (Lump-sum Heavy Vehicle Charge) applies to vehicles such as heavy passenger cars, campervans, buses, and tractors weighing over 3,500 kg. For these vehicles, a fixed fee is charged depending on the vehicle type and duration of use. This charge is not based on the number of kilometers driven.
Both charges apply to the entire road network, including national and regional roads.
Avoid penalties: get your e-vignette in advance of your trip
Driving without a valid e-vignette can lead to hefty fines. Don’t take the risk, secure the right vignette for your category before hitting the road.
In Switzerland, driving on toll roads without a valid vignette is not allowed. The vignette is mandatory from the moment you enter a toll road. If you do not have a valid vignette, you risk a fine.
When purchasing the vignette, the vehicle's license plate is registered. The validity of the vignette is checked at border crossings, through police inspections, and via cameras along the toll roads.
No, Swiss vignettes are not transferable between vehicles. The Swiss toll system strictly links the vignette to the vehicle at the time of purchase, ensuring it is valid exclusively for that specific vehicle.
If you sell your car or change your license plates, the vignette cannot be transferred to another vehicle or a new registration number. In these cases, you will need to purchase a new Swiss vignette for the new vehicle or updated registration.
Vehicles belonging to certain organizations may be exempt from the vignette requirement. The following vehicles fall under this exemption:
Military Vehicles: Military license plates or civilian vehicles requisitioned by the military with an "M+" sticker.
Emergency Services: Police, border guards, fire departments, ambulances, and civil protection vehicles with blue license plates.
Disaster Relief: Vehicles used for disasters, fires, and accidents (only for direct aid or cross-border joint exercises).
International Organizations: Vehicles of organizations with a seat agreement or foreign government missions.
Specific Vehicles: Transport axles, vehicles without license plates for inspections, driving test vehicles, rigid trailers, and light tractors for heavy semi-trailers.
Dealer Plates: Exempt on weekdays, but not on Sundays or public holidays.
Humanitarian Exemptions: Exceptions granted by the BAZG for humanitarian reasons.
No, the start date of the vignette for Switzerland cannot be adjusted. This is because the annual vignette is always valid from December 1 of the preceding year until January 31 of the following year, giving it a validity period of 14 months.
Tolls and emission stickers in neighbor countries
The following neighbouring countries of Switzerland also have compulsory tolls to finance and maintain their motorways:
