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.
Buy your Switzerland vignette online
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
≤ 3,500 kg GVW
≤ 3,500 kg GVW
All motorcycles and trikes
Motor vehicle
Passenger cars, SUVs, campervans, delivery vans and light trucks with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of up to 3,500 kg must have a valid vignette when driving on Swiss motorways and expressways.
Not every vehicle can simply buy a motorway vignette. Once your gross vehicle weight (GVW) goes over 3,500 kg, different rules apply. Instead of the vignette, Switzerland uses a heavy vehicle charge system with two models: LSVA and PSVA.
The LSVA (performance-related heavy vehicle charge) is the main system for lorries and heavy commercial vehicles over 3,500 kg.
The charge depends on three factors: distance driven in Switzerland, the vehicle’s GVW, and its emission class.
Cleaner trucks pay less, while older, more polluting vehicles pay more.
LSVA applies everywhere, not just on the motorways, even regional and local roads are included.
Example: A 40-tonne Euro 6 truck driving through Switzerland will pay less per kilometre than an older Euro 3 model.
The PSVA (lump-sum heavy vehicle charge) is designed for heavy vehicles that are not primarily used for goods transport. Think of:
large motorhomes or campervans over 3,500 kg,
Yes. In Switzerland, trailers and caravans up to 3,500 kg must have their own vignette, in addition to the towing vehicle’s vignette. That means you need two: one for the car and one for the trailer or caravan. Both are linked electronically to their license plates, so make sure each plate is correctly registered. Without a vignette for both parts, you risk fines at border controls or roadside checks.
Yes. Motorcycles and trikes are also subject to the vignette requirement in Switzerland. Just like cars and vans up to 3,500 kg, they must have a valid vignette when using motorways and expressways. The vignette is registered electronically to the license plate, so no sticker is needed. Riding without one can result in fines.
No. Switzerland only offers a single annual vignette, valid for 14 months (from December 1 of the previous year until January 31 of the following year). Unlike in countries such as Austria or Slovenia, there are no 10-day or monthly options. Even if you are just passing through Switzerland for one day, you must purchase the full annual vignette.
The easiest way is to buy the digital Swiss vignette online at Tollvignettes.com. Your license plate is registered instantly, you receive immediate confirmation by email, and there is no need to stick anything on your windscreen.
You can also purchase the vignette at petrol stations, post offices, or border customs points in Switzerland, but those are usually the traditional sticker version. Buying online ensures you are compliant before you enter the motorway, without queues or extra hassle.
The Swiss vignette is always valid for 14 months. Each annual vignette runs 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. This extended period makes sure your vignette covers both winter and summer travel seasons with one purchase.
Driving on Swiss motorways or expressways without a valid vignette is a traffic offence. If your license plate is not registered in the system, you can be fined on the spot. The standard fine is CHF 200, and you still need to buy a vignette afterwards. Enforcement is strict: police patrols, customs officers and automatic cameras all check vehicles regularly.
No. Once a Swiss e-vignette is purchased, the license plate information cannot be changed and refunds are not offered. If you enter the wrong number, the vignette is invalid and you must buy a new one. Always double-check your plate and country code before completing payment to avoid unnecessary costs.
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”)
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.
Unlike the Great St. Bernard or the Munt la Schera Tunnel, the Gotthard Road Tunnel does not require an additional toll. Access is fully covered by the standard Swiss vignette, which means you won’t pay more than the vignette fee itself to use this route.
The Gotthard Tunnel is the longest road tunnel in Switzerland (16.9 km) and one of the most important north–south links through the Alps. It connects Göschenen in the canton of Uri with Airolo in the canton of Ticino, forming the heart of the motorway A2 that runs from Basel at the German border all the way to Chiasso at the Italian border.
Because of its strategic position, traffic volumes are often very high, especially:
During holiday periods and long weekends
At the start and end of ski seasons
On summer Saturdays when many travellers cross the Alps towards Italy
Queues of several kilometres at the tunnel entrances are common during these peak times, and waiting times of one to two hours are not unusual.
Trailer / Caravan
Trailers and caravans with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of up to 3,500 kg require their own vignette, separate from the towing vehicle. This applies to all types of trailers, including camping caravans, boat trailers and utility trailers.
Motorcycle
Motorcycles and trikes are required to have a valid vignette when using motorways and expressways. The obligation applies regardless of engine size or type. Whether you ride a standard motorcycle, a touring bike with panniers, or a three-wheeler, a motorcycle vignette is mandatory.
buses and coaches,
heavy tractors or special-purpose vehicles.
Instead of paying per kilometre, these vehicles pay a fixed lump sum, which depends on the vehicle type, weight and period of use. You can pay for a single day, a full month or even an annual pass.
Example: A foreign motorhome over 3,500 kg entering Switzerland for a two-week ski trip will pay a lump-sum PSVA for those days, rather than per kilometre.
Switzerland is not the only country in Central Europe with compulsory tolls. Most of its neighbours also require drivers to pay motorway charges, either with a vignette or a toll device. If you are planning a multi-country trip, make sure you are prepared before you hit the road:
In Switzerland, there is only one option: the annual Swiss motorway vignette. Unlike Austria, Slovenia or Hungary, Switzerland does not sell 10-day or monthly vignettes. Every vehicle up to 3,500 kg GVW, including cars, vans, motorcycles and trailers, must buy the yearly vignette, even if you are only passing through Switzerland for a single day.
Valid from 1 December 2024 until 31 January 2026.
The Swiss motorway vignette has a single fixed price that applies equally to all vehicles up to 3,500 kg GVW, including cars, vans, motorcycles and trailers. There are no separate categories or reduced tariffs: every vehicle in this class pays the same amount.
| Passenger car | ||
|---|---|---|
| Duration | CHF | EUR |
| 2025 | CHF 52.00 | €54.99 |
| Caravan / Trailer | ||
|---|---|---|
| Duration | CHF | EUR |
| 2025 | CHF 52.00 | €54.99 |
| Motorcycle | ||
|---|---|---|
| Duration | CHF | EUR |
| 2025 | CHF 52.00 | €54.99 |
All listed prices include both the toll fee and the registration fee, shown together as one total amount.
