What are the prices in Switzerland?Wondering how much dinner costs?What is the cost of accommodation?How much money do I need for shopping in a supermarket in Switzerland?
Jerry Daniels recently visited Switzerland and prepared this article about prices in Switzerland.Find out about average prices in Switzerland, including food prices, restaurants, beer, accommodation, transportation and more.
What currency is used in Switzerland?
Here is information about currency:
The currency of Switzerland is Swiss Franc (CHF).1CHF (franc) is divided into 100 Rp. (rappen).There are 7 different coins: 5Rp., 10Rp., 20Rp., 50Rp., CHF1, CHF2, CHF5.There are 6 different bank notes with the following values: CHF10, CHF20, CHF50, CHF100, CHF200, CHF1000.To avoid unexpected risks of receiving fake money, we reccommend checking the currency when trading.Be especially careful with those banknotes: CHF1000, CHF200.The current exchange rate of Swiss Franc (CHF) is: $1 USD = 0.90 CHF. (Data updated: today)
- For 1$ United States dollar (USD) you can get: 0.90CHF Swiss Franc (CHF)
- For 1€ Euro you can get: 0.98CHF Swiss Franc (CHF)
- For 1£ British Pound (GBP) you can get: 1.14CHF Swiss Franc (CHF)
- For 1₽ Russian ruble (RUB) you can get: 0.01CHF Swiss Franc (CHF)
Is Switzerland an expensive country?
Average prices in Switzerland are higher than in United States.If you do your shopping in Switzerland you have to pay 1.56 times more for it than in United States.The average accommodation cost in Switzerland range from: 70USD (63CHF) in hostel to 159USD (144CHF) in 3 star hotel.Price per night in a luxury hotel in Switzerland is about 656USD (593CHF).
Using public transport in Switzerland comes at a cost of: 3.90USD (3.50CHF) for a one-way ticket.The price for renting a car in Switzerland (e.g. Volkswagen Golf or Toyota Corolla) to 36,000USD (32,000CHF).If you prefer taxi, remember that the price of a taxi in Switzerland depends on several factors.Taxi starting price is about: 7.20USD (6.50CHF).For 1 km ride in Switzerland you have to pay about: 4.30USD (3.90CHF).
See also how prices have changed in previous years: Price changes in previous years in Switzerland
Switzerland Prices 2020
Cost of living in Switzerland is:
- 1.34 times higher than in Washington
- 1.63 times higher than in Jacksonville
- 1.63 times higher than in Houston
- 1.56 times higher than in Oklahoma City
- 1.13 times higher than in New York City
Is food expensive in Switzerland?
Food prices in supermarkets are higher than in United States.For example, in Switzerland you have to pay for:
- Bottle or carton of milk (1 liter): 1.80USD (1.60CHF)
- Popular yellow cheese (1 kg): 27USD (24CHF)
- A bottle of beer from a known brand: 2.70USD (2.50CHF)
- A sausage or cold cuts (1 kg): 37USD (34CHF)
- A mid-range wine (one bottle): 14USD (13CHF)
How much money do I need for a week's stay in Switzerland?
If you want to spend a week in Switzerland the cost of your stay will be:
- 1,100USD (1,000CHF) - a cheap stay for 7 days in Switzerland
- 1,700USD (1,500CHF) - a budget travel for 7 days in Switzerland
- 2,200USD (2,000CHF) for a one week of comfortable stay in Switzerland
- 7,300USD (6,600CHF) for a week of luxury holidays in Switzerland
What is a cost of meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) in Switzerland? What is the average cost of lunch in Switzerland?
In Switzerland, a typical fast food meal costs: 17USD (15CHF) for a McMeal at McDonalds or BurgerKing (or similar combo meal), and 5.00USD (4.50CHF) for a cheeseburger.For coffee lovers: cappuccino coffee 5.30USD (4.80CHF) and espresso 3.70USD (3.30CHF).
More information about meals budget you can find in our: Travel cost guide.
How much do cigarettes cost in Switzerland?
Cigarettes are more expensive in Switzerland than in United States.Average cost of a pack of local cigarettes is 7.80USD (7.00CHF).For more famous brands such: Davidoff, Camel, Gauloises you have to pay about 9.70USD (8.80CHF).
Bellow you can find information about food and beverages prices in supermarkets and groceries.You can read also about prices in hotels, cafes and restaurants in Switzerland.
Average prices in restaurants and pubs, transportation, taxi, groceries, salaries, food, hotels and rentals in Switzerland.
Currency: Swiss Franc
How much is a hotel in Switzerland?
Average hotel price in Switzerland is 1.91 times bigger than average price in United States
Top luxury hotels in Switzerland
| Average hotel price in Switzerland is: | 151 CHF | 167 USD | 154 EURO | 15,391 RUB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hostels prices in Switzerland are around: | 63 CHF | 70 USD | 65 EURO | 6,458 RUB |
| Price of 1 star hotel in Switzerland is around: | 106 CHF | 117 USD | 108 EURO | 10,790 RUB |
| Price of 2 star hotel in Switzerland is around: | 119 CHF | 132 USD | 121 EURO | 12,162 RUB |
| Price of 3 star hotel in Switzerland is around: | 144 CHF | 159 USD | 147 EURO | 14,675 RUB |
| Price of 4 star hotel in Switzerland is around: | 214 CHF | 236 USD | 218 EURO | 21,831 RUB |
| Price of 5 star hotel in Switzerland is around: | 593 CHF | 656 USD | 605 EURO | 60,574 RUB |
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How much does it cost to rent a car in Switzerland?
Car rental average prices in Switzerland
| Car | Price |
|---|---|
| Average price | 197USD (178CHF) |
| Economy car | 117USD (106CHF) |
| Compact car | 143USD (129CHF) |
| SUV | 270USD (244CHF) |
| Passenger Van | 222USD (201CHF) |
| Luxury car | 363USD (328CHF) |
| Limousine | 121USD (109CHF) |
| Car Mini | 70USD (63CHF) |
| Convertible | 95USD (86CHF) |
Is food expensive in Switzerland? How much does an inexpensive meal cost in Switzerland?
Prices in restaurants in Switzerland.
| Meal in a cheap restaurant | 25 CHF (15-40) | 28 USD (17-44) | 26 EUR (15-41) |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 100 CHF (80-165) | 111 USD (89-183) | 102 EUR (82-168) |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 15 CHF (14-18) | 17 USD (15-20) | 15 EUR (14-18) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 6.50 CHF (4.70-9.00) | 7.20 USD (5.20-10.00) | 6.60 EUR (4.80-9.20) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 6.00 CHF (4.50-8.00) | 6.60 USD (5.00-8.90) | 6.10 EUR (4.60-8.20) |
| co*ke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 4.10 CHF (3.00-5.00) | 4.60 USD (3.30-5.50) | 4.20 EUR (3.10-5.10) |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 3.70 CHF (3.00-5.00) | 4.10 USD (3.30-5.50) | 3.80 EUR (3.10-5.10) |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 4.80 CHF (3.00-6.80) | 5.30 USD (3.30-7.50) | 4.90 EUR (3.10-6.90) |
| Espresso Coffee | 3.30 CHF (2.10-4.80) | 3.70 USD (2.30-5.30) | 3.40 EUR (2.10-4.90) |
| Cheeseburger (fastfood) | 4.50 CHF (4.20-5.40) | 5.00 USD (4.60-6.00) | 4.60 EUR (4.30-5.50) |
Can you eat cheaply in Switzerland?
How much should you pay for cheese, eggs, milk or oranges in Switzerland?
Prices in supermarkets in Switzerland.
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 1.60 CHF (1.20-2.00) | 1.80 USD (1.30-2.20) | 1.70 EUR (1.20-2.00) |
| A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 3.00 CHF (1.60-4.50) | 3.30 USD (1.80-5.00) | 3.10 EUR (1.60-4.60) |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 5.80 CHF (3.00-8.40) | 6.40 USD (3.30-9.30) | 5.90 EUR (3.10-8.60) |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 24 CHF (15-55) | 27 USD (17-61) | 25 EUR (15-56) |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 1.20 CHF (0.50-2.00) | 1.40 USD (0.55-2.20) | 1.20 EUR (0.51-2.00) |
| A bottle of wine (Mid-Range) | 13 CHF (7.00-20) | 14 USD (7.70-22) | 13 EUR (7.10-20) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 2.00 CHF (1.00-3.00) | 2.20 USD (1.10-3.30) | 2.10 EUR (1.00-3.10) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 2.50 CHF (1.10-4.00) | 2.70 USD (1.20-4.40) | 2.50 EUR (1.10-4.10) |
| Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) | 8.80 CHF (8.00-9.20) | 9.70 USD (8.90-10) | 9.00 EUR (8.20-9.40) |
| Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) | 24 CHF (12-37) | 27 USD (13-40) | 25 EUR (12-37) |
| Apples (1kg) | 3.70 CHF (2.00-5.00) | 4.10 USD (2.20-5.50) | 3.80 EUR (2.00-5.10) |
| Oranges (1kg) | 3.00 CHF (1.50-5.00) | 3.40 USD (1.70-5.50) | 3.10 EUR (1.50-5.10) |
| Potatoes (1kg) | 2.40 CHF (1.00-4.00) | 2.60 USD (1.10-4.40) | 2.40 EUR (1.00-4.10) |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 2.20 CHF (1.40-3.00) | 2.50 USD (1.50-3.30) | 2.30 EUR (1.40-3.10) |
| Rice (white) (1kg) | 2.80 CHF (1.60-4.50) | 3.10 USD (1.80-5.00) | 2.90 EUR (1.60-4.60) |
| Tomato (1kg) | 3.90 CHF (2.00-6.00) | 4.40 USD (2.20-6.60) | 4.00 EUR (2.00-6.10) |
| Bananas (1kg) | 2.60 CHF (1.80-5.00) | 2.90 USD (2.00-5.50) | 2.70 EUR (1.80-5.10) |
| Onions (1kg) | 2.30 CHF (1.30-4.00) | 2.50 USD (1.40-4.40) | 2.30 EUR (1.30-4.10) |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 48 CHF (25-80) | 53 USD (28-89) | 49 EUR (26-82) |
| Pears (1kg) | 4.50 CHF (2.40-6.00) | 5.00 USD (2.70-6.60) | 4.60 EUR (2.50-6.10) |
| Cucumber (1kg) | 2.20 CHF (1.10-3.30) | 2.40 USD (1.20-3.70) | 2.20 EUR (1.10-3.40) |
| Perrier Water (small bottle 0,33l) | 3.80 CHF (1.60-6.20) | 4.20 USD (1.70-6.90) | 3.90 EUR (1.60-6.30) |
| Sausages (1kg) | 34 CHF (17-51) | 37 USD (19-57) | 35 EUR (17-52) |
| Cottage cheese (1kg) | 9.40 CHF (5.90-21) | 10 USD (6.50-24) | 9.60 EUR (6.00-22) |
| Whisky | 20 CHF | 22 USD | 21 EUR |
| Rum | 21 CHF | 23 USD | 22 EUR |
| Vodka | 20 CHF | 22 USD | 20 EUR |
| Gin | 20 CHF | 22 USD | 20 EUR |
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How much do you have to pay for a fuel or a taxi in Switzerland?
Prices of Transportation and fuel in Switzerland.
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 3.50 CHF (2.80-5.60) | 3.90 USD (3.10-6.20) | 3.60 EUR (2.90-5.70) |
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 80 CHF (70-175) | 89 USD (77-194) | 82 EUR (71-179) |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 1.90 CHF (1.70-2.20) | 2.10 USD (1.90-2.40) | 2.00 EUR (1.70-2.20) |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 30,000 CHF (27,000-36,000) | 33,000 USD (29,000-39,000) | 30,000 EUR (27,000-36,000) |
| Toyota Corolla 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 32,000 CHF (28,000-40,000) | 36,000 USD (30,000-44,000) | 33,000 EUR (28,000-40,000) |
| Taxi starting price (normal tariff) | 6.50 CHF (5.70-11) | 7.20 USD (6.30-12) | 6.60 EUR (5.80-11) |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 3.90 CHF (3.00-5.00) | 4.30 USD (3.30-5.50) | 4.00 EUR (3.10-5.10) |
| Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) | 69 CHF (50-100) | 76 USD (55-111) | 70 EUR (51-102) |
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Is it expensive to live in Switzerland?
Rent Prices Per Month in Switzerland.
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 1,600 CHF (1,200-2,600) | 1,800 USD (1,300-2,800) | 1,600 EUR (1,200-2,600) |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 1,200 CHF (900-2,000) | 1,400 USD (996-2,200) | 1,300 EUR (919-2,000) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 2,900 CHF (2,000-5,000) | 3,200 USD (2,200-5,500) | 2,900 EUR (2,000-5,100) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 2,200 CHF (1,600-3,500) | 2,500 USD (1,700-3,800) | 2,300 EUR (1,600-3,500) |
Prices of Utilities (Monthly) in Switzerland.
| Charges (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment | 222 CHF (124-382) | 246 USD (137-423) | 227 EUR (127-390) |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile local tariff (No discounts or plans) | 0.28 CHF (0.15-0.45) | 0.31 USD (0.17-0.50) | 0.29 EUR (0.15-0.46) |
| Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 53 CHF (40-80) | 59 USD (44-89) | 54 EUR (41-82) |
Prices of Sports And Leisure in Switzerland. How much does a cinema ticket cost in Switzerland?
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 79 CHF (45-124) | 87 USD (50-137) | 80 EUR (46-127) |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour during a weekend) | 37 CHF (25-48) | 40 USD (28-53) | 37 EUR (26-49) |
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 19 CHF (16-25) | 21 USD (18-28) | 19 EUR (16-26) |
Prices of Clothing And Shoes in Switzerland.
| 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 105 CHF (50-150) | 117 USD (55-166) | 108 EUR (51-153) |
| 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) | 51 CHF (30-85) | 56 USD (33-94) | 52 EUR (31-87) |
| 1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 115 CHF (70-180) | 127 USD (77-199) | 117 EUR (71-184) |
| 1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 155 CHF (80-259) | 171 USD (89-287) | 158 EUR (82-264) |
Childcare prices in Switzerland.
| Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 2,300 CHF (1,500-3,000) | 2,600 USD (1,600-3,300) | 2,400 EUR (1,500-3,000) |
| International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child | 27,000 CHF (20,000-35,000) | 30,000 USD (22,000-38,000) | 27,000 EUR (20,000-35,000) |
Apartment Price in Switzerland. How much does a flat in Switzerland cost?
| Price per square meter for an apartment in city centre | 13,000 CHF (8,000-22,000) | 14,000 USD (8,800-24,000) | 13,000 EUR (8,100-22,000) |
| Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre | 8,900 CHF (6,000-15,000) | 9,900 USD (6,600-16,000) | 9,100 EUR (6,100-15,000) |
What salary do you need to live in Switzerland?
Salaries And Financing in Switzerland.
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 5,400 CHF | 6,000 USD | 5,500 EUR | |
| Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly | 1.61% (0.98% - 2.98%) | - | - | - |
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Price changes in previous years in Switzerland
I like to have a snack while sightseeing. Have the prices of hamburgers and fries increased in recent years in Switzerland?
The price of a burger with fries and Coca-Cola or Pepsi in a fast food bar has changed in recent years: 2010: CHF12, 2011: CHF12, 2012: CHF13, 2013: CHF13, 2014: CHF13, 2015: CHF14, 2016: CHF14, 2017: CHF14, 2018: CHF14, 2019: CHF14, 2020: CHF15
What about vegetable prices in Switzerland? Are they higher than a few years ago?
We can compare vegetable prices in previous years on the example of tomatoes: 2012: CHF3.9, 2013: CHF4.2, 2014: CHF3.8, 2015: CHF3.9, 2016: CHF3.9, 2017: CHF3.9, 2018: CHF4.1, 2019: CHF4.1, 2020: CHF4
Will we pay much more for dairy and milk products in Switzerland compared to previous years?
To estimate the evolution of milk product prices, it is best to look at how milk prices have changed: 2010: CHF1.5, 2011: CHF1.4, 2012: CHF1.4, 2013: CHF1.5, 2014: CHF1.5, 2015: CHF1.5, 2016: CHF1.5, 2017: CHF1.5, 2018: CHF1.7
I like fruit very much and I would like to know if fruit has become cheaper in Switzerland in recent years?
Changes in fruit prices can be seen on the example of apple prices: 2011: CHF3.8, 2012: CHF3.6, 2013: CHF4.1, 2014: CHF3.6, 2015: CHF3.6, 2016: CHF3.8, 2017: CHF3.8, 2018: CHF4.1, 2019: CHF3.9, 2020: CHF3.9
Are sports articles and clothing more expensive in Switzerland than before? How about the prices of sports shoes?
Prices of sports shoes have changed recently: 2010: CHF140, 2011: CHF140, 2012: CHF130, 2013: CHF130, 2014: CHF120, 2015: CHF130, 2016: CHF120, 2017: CHF120, 2018: CHF120, 2019: CHF110, 2020: CHF110
Have the prices of renting apartments increased significantly in Switzerland?
Rental prices in the city center in recent years have been as follows: 2010: CHF2,100, 2011: CHF2,900, 2012: CHF2,800, 2013: CHF2,700, 2014: CHF3,000, 2015: CHF3,000, 2016: CHF3,100, 2017: CHF2,800, 2018: CHF2,800.
Prices in Switzerland. Historic data last years
Average fuel price in Switzerland is 2.50 times bigger than average price in United States (fuel prices in Switzerland for 1 liter = 0.264 gallons)
| Petrol price in Switzerland is around | 2.30 USD | 2.10 EURO |
| Diesel fuel price in Switzerland is around | 2.10 USD | 1.90 EURO |
Bus tickets, subway, taxi
Average transport price in Switzerland is 1.61 times bigger than average price in United States
| Local transport. One-way ticket prices in Switzerland is around: | 3.90 USD | 3.60 EURO |
| Local transport. Monthly pass in Switzerland is around: | 79 USD | 73 EURO |
| Taxi starting price in Switzerland is around: | 6.70 USD | 6.20 EURO |
| Taxi – fare for 1km in Switzerland is around: | 4.30 USD | 3.90 EURO |
| Taxi – waiting time (1 hour) in Switzerland is around: | 68 USD | 62 EURO |
Meal price in a restaurant
Average price of a meal in a restaurant in Switzerland is 2.36 times bigger than average price in United States
| Budget restaurant (price per 1 person) in Switzerland is around: | 23 USD | 21 EURO |
| Mid-range restaurant (meal for 2 people) in Switzerland is around: | 113 USD | 104 EURO |
| Fast Food combo in Switzerland is around: | 15 USD | 14 EURO |
| Price of a cheeseburger in Switzerland is around: | 4.40 USD | 4.10 EURO |
| Price of french fries in Switzerland is around: | 4.30 USD | 3.90 EURO |
| Price of a cappuccino in Switzerland is around: | 4.80 USD | 4.40 EURO |
| Price of a Coca-Cola or Pepsi (0,5L) in Switzerland is around: | 1.40 USD | 1.30 EURO |
Food prices
Average food prices in Switzerland are 1.71 times bigger than average price in United States
| Price of a local beer (0.3 liter bottle) in Switzerland is around: | 1.40 USD | 1.30 EURO |
| Price of a local beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Switzerland is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.70 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,3 liter bottle) in Switzerland is around: | 2.20 USD | 2.00 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Switzerland is around: | 5.60 USD | 5.20 EURO |
| Price of table wine in Switzerland is around: | 13 USD | 12 EURO |
| Price of cigarettes in Switzerland is around: | 9.00 USD | 8.30 EURO |
| Price of a Cola/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) in Switzerland is around: | 4.40 USD | 4.10 EURO |
| Price of Perrier water (0.33 liter bottle) in Switzerland is around: | 3.90 USD | 3.60 EURO |
| Price of water (1.5 liter bottle) in Switzerland is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of milk (1 liter bottle) in Switzerland is around: | 1.70 USD | 1.50 EURO |
| Price of bread (0,5 kg) in Switzerland is around: | 2.90 USD | 2.70 EURO |
| Price of eggs (10 pieces) in Switzerland is around: | 5.10 USD | 4.70 EURO |
| Price of cheese (1kg) in Switzerland is around: | 21 USD | 20 EURO |
| Price of cottage cheese price in Switzerland is around: | 0.83 USD | 0.77 EURO |
| Price of a sausage (1kg) in Switzerland is around: | 39 USD | 36 EURO |
| Price of a chicken (1kg) in Switzerland is around: | 28 USD | 25 EURO |
| Price of apples (1kg) in Switzerland is around: | 4.30 USD | 3.90 EURO |
| Price of pears (1kg) in Switzerland is around: | 5.10 USD | 4.70 EURO |
| Price of a oranges (1kg) in Switzerland is around: | 3.90 USD | 3.60 EURO |
| Price of potatoes (1kg) in Switzerland is around: | 2.60 USD | 2.40 EURO |
| Price of a lettuce in Switzerland is around: | 2.20 USD | 2.00 EURO |
| Price of white rice (1kg) in Switzerland is around: | 2.80 USD | 2.50 EURO |
| Price of tomatoes (1Kg) in Switzerland is around: | 4.50 USD | 4.20 EURO |
| Price of a cucumbers (1kg) in Switzerland is around: | 2.50 USD | 2.30 EURO |
