C$76/day Car Rental in Zurich, Switzerland

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Driving in Zurich: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need a full licence, passport and credit card.
To rent a car in Zurich, bring your driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended in Zurich if your licence is not in English or from a European country.
Navigating city driving
Clear roads, but trams and signs need focus.
Driving in Zurich is smooth, but you’ll need to watch for tram lines, cyclists and detailed signage. Navigation apps help avoid restricted turns and low-speed zones in the centre.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
A motorway toll pass is required for Swiss roads.
Zurich itself doesn’t have toll booths, but motorways require a vignette — a prepaid toll sticker. It’s usually included with hire cars, but always check before setting off.
Parking your car in Zurich
Parking is expensive and time-limited.
Street parking in Zurich is paid and often restricted to short stays. Blue zones allow limited free parking with a disc. Use public car parks or hotel parking for longer visits.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find — EV charging is reliable.
Petrol stations are common, though less frequent in the city centre. EV charging stations in Zurich are well distributed — use Swisscharge, Electromaps or PlugShare to find a nearby option.
Local driving style and tips
Driving is calm and rules are followed.
Local driving rules in Zurich are strictly enforced. Expect clear signage, disciplined traffic and trams that always have right of way. Stick to speed limits and don’t block junctions.
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The most popular car rental companies in Zurich

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Hiring a car in Zurich: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyAlamo
Most popular carEconomy, 4-5 doors
Average daily priceC$125
Best time to book2 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Zurich

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Zurich that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Zurich for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Zurich avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Zurich, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Zurich car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Zurich will set you back around C$125 per day or C$241 per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Zurich is a compact SUV. The most popular is Economy, 4-5 doors.
The cheapest car hire companies in Zurich are currently Alamo and Budget.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Zurich is currently April.
On average, around C$241. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Zurich is C$239.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Zurich for a whole month is C$2,721. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Zurich, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Zurich that have free cancellation
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Zurich.
Most places – Zurich included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is C$76 per day. The average price per day is around C$125.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Alamo, Green Motion and Europcar offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Europcar as the best overall in terms of experience.
Yes – van hire is available in Zurich.