Car Rental Switzerland

Compare Top Car Rental Companies for Switzerland

  • Hertz Hertz
  • Sixt Sixt
  • EuropCar EuropCar
  • Alamo Alamo
  • National National
  • Enterprise Enterprise
  • Dollar Dollar

Why book Switzerland car rental with VIP Cars?

All Inclusive Pricing

Rent a car in Switzerland with pricing inclusive of CDW, Theft Waiver & Unlimited Mileage.

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Leading car rental suppliers in Switzerland - Hertz, Sixt, EuropCar, Alamo, National, Enterprise, Dollar

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Huge savings on Switzerland Car Rental Deals

No Cancellation Fee

VIP Cars offers free cancellation for car rentals in Switzerland

Secure Online Booking

Reserve a car for Switzerland through a secure booking platform

Widest Fleet of Cars

Choose from Economy, Minivan, SUV & Luxury car rental deals for Switzerland

Cheapest car rental in Switzerland

Minimum rental age in Switzerland: 20 Years
Driving experience required: 1 year

View the spectacular Alps while driving in the beautiful landscapes of Switzerland. With the cheapest rates and the most-famous suppliers, we bring to you the most amazing car rental deals in Switzerland. Book a car rental through VIPCars’ quick booking process and drive on the award-winning roads of Switzerland. VIPCars lets you compare and book the best car rental deal for Switzerland within a few clicks. Our fleet of cars for Switzerland is of superior quality and comprises well-maintained cars.

Using VIPCars has great added advantages like 24*7 customer support and an exclusively dedicated car rental helpline number for Switzerland. Having a personal vehicle in a foreign location would make your trip much more comfortable and memorable.

Driving in Switzerland is a pleasurable experience and you can visit most of the attractions in a car rental. Moreover, our prices are pocket-friendly, with inclusions like Unlimited Mileage, Collision damage waiver, airport fee, etc. You can pick-up or drop-off your rental car at any of the popular locations in the country or even cross-border. VIPCars has a feature for adding paid extras to your rental booking like GPS, child booster seat, etc.

Car rental companies in Switzerland

VIPCars lets you book car rental deals for Switzerland from world-class brands as well as trustworthy local companies. The advantages of booking through these brands are endless along with the great quality of car rental services. So, make your Swiss holiday a real adventure with deals from these amazing suppliers.

  • Europcar Car HireEuropcar Car Hire
  • Sixt rent a car Sixt rent a car
  • Enterprise rent-a-carEnterprise rent-a-car
  • National Car RentalNational Car Rental
  • Alamo Rent A CarAlamo Rent A Car
  • Hertz Car RentalHertz Car Rental

Tips for renting a car in Switzerland

  • To rent a car in Switzerland, the age of the driver must be at least 20. Though, age requirements differ according to the category of cars. The renter should have held his driving license for at least a year. If the driver is under 25 then a young driver’s surcharge might be applicable for Switzerland car rentals.

  • Switzerland drives on the right-hand side of the road. The speed limit is 49kph in the cities. Most of the gas stations are open from 8am to 10pm. Highways incur a toll ticket worth US$28. Most of the our suppliers allow one-way rentals and cross-border rentals in Switzerland.

  • Use snow chains and winter tyres for the mountains in the winter months in a car rental Switzerland. Using a mobile phone while driving is illegal in Switzerland unless hands-free.

  • A rule of Switzerland says that all the passengers of a car must wear seat belts and children up to 12 years who are below 150 cm must be seated in a restraint. The alcohol level in a driver's bloodstream must be lesser than 0.05 percent or strict fines and punishments follow.

Will you require an international
driving permit (IDP) in Switzerland?

If your driver’s license is not in English, German, French, or Italian then you are required to carry an IDP to drive a rental car in Switzerland. An IDP is basically a translation of your original driving license in the Latin alphabet.

From budget to luxury, our car rental
fleet in Switzerland has it all

Hire a standard car to make your holiday a comfortable experience as these are mid-range spacious cars suitable for up to 5 passengers. Go for a van/minivan if you are traveling with a larger group, utilise luxury car rental Switerzland if looking for an exotic experience.

Popular car rental locations in Switzerland

Car rental in Switzerland with VIPCars is the most convenient way to travel as we offer pick-up and drop-off in all popular locations such as the main airports, city centers, railway stations, and other visited localities. The best option is to book a car rental for the airport and have it to your advantage throughout your Swiss holiday. This way, you will be able to tour the country and its sights with the utmost ease and fun. You may even choose a one-way rental if you are looking for a one-way journey inside Switzerland or even cross-border car rentals if pertaining to the supplier.

You can book a car rental anywhere in Switzerland depending upon where you want to travel. If you are seeking natural beauty and wonders of the Alps or Swiss lakes or looking for city adventures in Zurich, Bern, or Geneva, our car rentals are available everywhere. You can also choose a long-term car rental in Switzerland if you have prolonged plans.

  • Geneva Airport (GVA)
  • Zurich Airport (ZRH)
  • Basel Airport (BSL)
  • Bern Downtown
  • Geneva Downtown
  • Aigle Railway Station
  • Brig Glis Downtown
  • Airolo Downtown
  • Sierre Downtown
  • Zurich Seefeld

A guide to Switzerland

Officially known as the Swiss Confederation, the country is known for its stunning lakes, beautiful mountains, small villages and a well-preserved history. Switzerland, a European federal republic, is a modern country with cosmopolitan cities like Geneva and Zurich while Bern is the seat of the federal authorities. Tourists like to visit the dream-like countryside of this Central European country. Switzerland has the safest roads in Europe. Switzerland is famous for the Alps and Swiss cities have medieval quarters with popular iconic sights like Zytglogge clock tower and Lucerne’s wooden chapel bridge. The ski resorts and hiking trails of Switzerland are famous all over the world.

The most beautiful places to visit in Switzerland

  • Rhine Falls

    Rhine Falls is the largest plains waterfall in Europe with spectacular views. The falls are 150m-wide and 23m-high, located on the High Rhine. Address: Rheinfallquai, 8212 Neuhausen am Rheinfall, Switzerland.

  • Lake Geneva

    A crescent-shaped lake, shared between France and Switzerland, is home to many species of fish like the Northern pike. The lake is located on the northern side of the Alps.

  • Lake Constance

    A 63km-long central European lake bordering Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The island of the lake, Reichenau Island, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Lake Maggiore

    The largest lake in southern Switzerland, Lake Maggiore is located in the south of the Alps. Popular islands like Brissago Islands are a part of the lake. The lake is shared with Italy.

  • Chillon Castle

    A lakeside and island castle with underground vaults, Chillon Castle is located in Veytaux. The castle has 5 great halls and is an interesting place to see. Address: Avenue de Chillon 21, 1820 Veytaux, Switzerland.

  • Pilatus

    A place for hiking, Pilatus is a mountain massif overlooking the Lucerne in Central Switzerland. It is on an elevation of 2,128 m and is a must-visit for the adventurous tourists.

  • Lake Lucerne

    A lake in Central Switzerland, Lake Lucerne is the fourth-largest lake in Switzerland. The lake is rich in fishes like the European perch and has a complicated shape.

  • Kapellbrücke

    A 1300s iconic winding wooden bridge in Switzerland, Kapellbrücke is lined with art. The bridge has a grand stone water tower and is a must-visit attraction in Switzerland. Address: Kapellbrücke, 6002 Luzern, Switzerland.

Road trip ideas for Switzerland

On budget, you can go on the following road trips in your cheap car rental in Switzerland to make the most of your trip.

  • Zurich to St. Gallen

  • Distance: 86.2 km

  • Time: 1 h

  • Route: A1

  • St. Gallen to Davos

  • Distance: 131.9 km

  • Time: 1 h 37 min

  • Route: A13 and Route 28

  • Davos to Lugano

  • Distance: 164.8 km

  • Time: 2 h 31 min

  • Route: A13

  • Lugano to Zermatt

  • Distance: 186.7 km

  • Time: 3 h 32 min

  • Route: Route 9

  • Zermatt to Montreux

  • Distance: 139.0 km

  • Time: 1 h 50 min

  • Route: A9

Best Deals

Cheap Car Rental Deals in Switzerland

Economy USD 15.3 /day
Compact USD 18.83 /day
Van / Minivan USD 25.89 /day
Luxury USD 32.95 /day

Car Rental Locations in Switzerland