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Switzerland Motorway Vignette Complete Guide

System: Annual vignette (sticker + e-vignette options)
Coverage: All motorways A1-A22, 1st & 2nd class roads (Nationwide network)
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Technology: Physical stickers, digital e-vignettes, ANPR cameras
Operators: Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (FOCBS)

Do I Need a Vignette for Switzerland? 2025 Update

Yes, you need a vignette to drive on Swiss motorways - but it's remarkably simple. Switzerland requires a mandatory CHF 40 annual vignette for all vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes on all motorways and expressways.

Key Reality: Driving without a vignette triggers immediate CHF 200 fines plus mandatory CHF 40 vignette purchase (total CHF 240). Unlike neighboring countries with complex toll systems, Switzerland offers a single annual price covering unlimited motorway usage.

2025 Update: E-vignette system fully operational since 2023, offering digital alternative to physical stickers. Heavy vehicle charges (LSVA) increased 5% from January 1, 2025, but passenger car vignettes remain CHF 40.

Switzerland Toll Costs: What You Actually Pay

Switzerland operates a flat-rate vignette system with additional tunnel tolls for specific alpine crossings.

Current Toll Rates by Vehicle Class (2025)

Road Type	Cars (Up to 3.5t)	Heavy Vehicles (Over 3.5t)	Validity Period
All Motorways (A1-A22)	CHF 40.00	LSVA distance-based	14 months (Dec 1 - Jan 31)
1st & 2nd Class Roads	CHF 40.00	LSVA distance-based	Same vignette coverage
Trailers (Up to 3.5t)	CHF 40.00	Separate vignette required	14 months (same validity)
Great St. Bernard Tunnel	CHF 30-50	Variable by vehicle type	Per crossing + vignette
Munt la Schera Tunnel	CHF 15-20	Higher rates apply	Per crossing + vignette
Vereina Car Train	CHF 35-50	Same rates	Per journey + vignette

Where You Pay Tolls (2025)

Vignette Required: All motorways (A1-A22), expressways, 1st & 2nd class roads marked with green signs

Additional Tunnel Tolls: Great St. Bernard, Munt la Schera, plus car trains (Lötschberg, Furka, Vereina)

How to Pay Swiss Tolls

You can use the following toll payment methods to pay tolls in Switzerland:

1. Vignette Options:

• Physical sticker: CHF 40, affix to windshield interior
• E-vignette: CHF 40, linked to license plate number
• Purchase locations: Border crossings, gas stations, post offices, online via.admin.ch

2. Tunnel Payment Methods:

• Cash payment: CHF and EUR accepted at tunnel entrances
• Credit/debit cards: Most major cards accepted
• Online advance booking: Available for some tunnels

To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Swiss roads, use TollGuru Switzerland toll calculator

Switzerland Toll Calculator

Recent Changes (2025)

Pricing Updates:

• Passenger car vignettes remain stable at CHF 40 for 2025
• Heavy vehicle charges (LSVA) increased 5% from January 1, 2025
• E-vignette system fully integrated with enhanced enforcement

System Enhancements:

• Improved license plate recognition cameras on all motorways
• Enhanced mobile app functionality for e-vignette management
• Streamlined enforcement with automated fine processing

Tunnel Operations:

• Great St. Bernard tunnel operations continue with seasonal adjustments
• Munt la Schera single-lane system maintains 15-minute alternating schedule
• Car train services (Lötschberg, Furka, Vereina) operate with updated pricing

State/Regional Toll Information

Switzerland - Unified National System:

• Single CHF 40 vignette covers entire national motorway network
• No regional variations or cantonal surcharges on standard roads
• All 26 cantons participate in unified federal vignette system

Special Alpine Infrastructure (Additional Tolls):

• Great St. Bernard Tunnel: Switzerland-Italy crossing, major alpine route
• Munt la Schera Tunnel: Engadin-Livigno connection, single-lane operation
• Car Train Services: Lötschberg (Kandersteg-Goppenstein), Furka, Vereina systems
• Private toll roads: Very limited, mostly access roads to specific destinations

Planning Your Journey

Cost Considerations:

• Annual costs: CHF 40 vignette for unlimited motorway access
• Tunnel supplements: CHF 15-50 for specific alpine crossings
• Trailer costs: Additional CHF 40 vignette if towing trailer

Toll-Free Alternatives:

• Cantonal roads: Free but significantly slower mountain routes
• Alpine passes: Scenic alternatives, weather-dependent, no vignette required
• Border avoidance: Transit through Austria or Italy may reduce Swiss vignette need

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I avoid Swiss vignette costs completely?

Yes, but with significant time penalties. Cantonal roads and alpine passes are free but add 2-4 hours to cross-country journeys and are weather-dependent in winter.

What happens if I don't have a Swiss vignette?

Immediate CHF 200 fine plus mandatory CHF 40 vignette purchase (total CHF 240). Cameras and police conduct frequent checks, especially near borders.

Do motorcycles pay tolls in Switzerland?

Yes, motorcycles require the same CHF 40 vignette as cars. No separate motorcycle rates or exemptions exist.

What's the difference between sticker and e-vignette?

Both cost CHF 40 and offer identical coverage. Stickers affix to windshields; e-vignettes link to license plates digitally. E-vignettes offer more flexibility for vehicle changes.

Do tourists get different rates?

No, tourists pay identical CHF 40 rates as residents. However, rental cars typically include valid vignettes, so verify with rental companies to avoid double-payment.

Switzerland vs. Regional Countries

Country	System Type	Typical Cost	Coverage
Switzerland	Annual vignette	CHF 40 (~€42)	Complete network
Austria	Flexible vignettes	€9.70-96.40	1-day to annual options
France	Distance-based tolls	€0.07-0.12/km	Most motorways
Germany	Trucks only (MAUT)	Cars toll-free	Cars: no tolls
Italy	Distance-based tolls	€0.07/km average	Almost all motorways

Useful Links & Resources

Internal Navigation:

• Austria Vignette System - Multiple validity options comparison
• France Toll Roads - Distance-based toll system information
• Germany Autobahn System - Truck-only toll system details
• Italy Toll Roads - Distance-based motorway tolls information

Official Swiss Resources:

• Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (FOCBS): Official vignette sales
• Via.admin.ch: Official e-vignette portal and verification
• Swiss Federal Roads Office: Network maps and construction updates

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