Transportation & Infrastructure Guide
Public transit, airports, and getting around in Switzerland
Public Transport
Road Infrastructure
Public Transport
9.8/10World-class integrated system with 5,400 km railways (SBB), dense S-Bahn in Zurich, Geneva, Basel; trams, buses, postbuses, boats covering 24,500 km nationwide. Clock-face scheduling ensures high frequency, reliability, and multimodal integration via national ticketing. Even small places connected efficiently.
Road Infrastructure
9.7/10Exceptional 85,000 km network including A1/A2 motorways with Gotthard Tunnel; four-lane divided freeways (75% of highways), excellent maintenance, safety features. Dense two-lane national roads, advanced traffic management despite Alpine challenges and 1,400+ tunnels.
Internet Speed
9.2/10Exceptional broadband with average fixed speeds over 230 Mbps (2024 data), widespread fiber optic deployment in urban and suburban areas, minimal rural-urban gap due to strong infrastructure investment. Mobile internet also high-quality.
Avg: 230+ Mbps • Widespread FTTP/FTTH coverage >80% households, extensive in cities and growing in rural/Alpine regions
Airport Connectivity
8.2/10Strong network of 132 airports including 13 major ones; Zurich (ZRH) as premier international hub with global SWISS routes, Geneva (GVA), Basel (BSL) key European gateways. Excellent domestic connectivity, high-quality facilities accessible by efficient public transport.
Hubs: Zurich (ZRH), Geneva (GVA), Basel-Mulhouse (BSL)
Transportation Costs
- Metro Pass
- CHF 90-100/month (Zurich Half-Fare Card effective)
- Bus Trip
- CHF 2.50-4.20 single ride (zone-based)
- Taxi
- CHF 6 start + CHF 3.80/km
- High-speed Train
- CHF 50-120 Zurich-Geneva (2nd class)
Mobile Network
Top-tier reliability with leading 5G speeds; strong signals nationwide due to dense infrastructure investment. Minimal dead zones, high data throughput supports mobility apps seamlessly.
Driving License
EU/EEA licenses valid indefinitely. Non-EU licenses valid 12 months for tourists/residents, then exchange required (no test for most countries). IDP recommended for non-Latin alphabet licenses. Drive on right side.
More Insights for your Move to Switzerland
Comprehensive guides and data-driven analysis.
Budget & Expenses
Is your lifestyle affordable? From grocery prices to utility bills, see how costs compare to your home.
Read guideRetirement & Benefits
Planning your retirement abroad? Explore pension recognition, healthcare access, and benefit programs.
Read guideEnvironment & Health
Is it healthy to live here? Check air quality, green spaces, and sustainability policies.
Read guide