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Key facts
CityHero lists 406 driving schools in 93 cities, most in Zürich (98). Average 4.8 out of 5 Google stars.
- Listings
- 406
- Cities
- 93
- Avg. Google rating
- 4.8 / 5
- Largest choice
- Zürich (98)
6 more facts
- Top-rated city
- Wetzikon (Ø 5.0)
- No. 1 Hero Score
- AM Fahrschule Zürich. Motorrad Grundkurs, Nothelferkurs u…, Zürich
- Rated ≥ 4.5
- 91 %
- Open on Sundays
- 51
- Driving lesson (median)
- CHF 90
- Traffic-theory course (VKU) (median)
- CHF 195
Source: CityHero directory, ratings from Google, businesses' price lists. As of October 2026.
Driving schools in Switzerland: overview
406 driving schools in 93 Swiss towns and cities are listed on CityHero (October 2026) — above all in Zürich (98), St. Gallen (44) and Winterthur (32). 14 of these places have their own list.
Google ratings: avg. 4.8 out of 5 across 381 rated driving schools — 91% reach at least 4.5. They are rated best in Wetzikon (avg. 5.0 across 10 listings). Nationwide, AM Fahrschule Zürich. Motorrad Grundkurs, Nothelferkurs u… in Zürich leads the Hero Score.
321 driving schools list their opening hours, 51 of them are also open on Sundays.
Prices from the businesses' price lists (median, Switzerland): driving lesson CHF 90, traffic-theory course (vku) CHF 195 and first-aid course CHF 112.
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Frequently asked questions
How many driving schools are on CityHero?
406 in 93 towns and cities (as of October 2026). The largest choice is in Zürich (98), St. Gallen (44) and Winterthur (32).
Where are driving schools rated best?
In Wetzikon: avg. 5.0 out of 5 Google stars across 10 listings; Swiss average 4.8. Only places with at least 10 listings are compared.
Who tops the Swiss driving schools ranking?
Currently AM Fahrschule Zürich. Motorrad Grundkurs, Nothelferkurs u… in Zürich (5.0 stars, 934 reviews). Every city also has its own ranking.
How much does driving lesson cost in Switzerland?
A median of CHF 90, based on 111 price lists of businesses on CityHero.
How much does traffic-theory course (vku) cost in Switzerland?
A median of CHF 195, based on 87 price lists of businesses on CityHero.
How do I find driving schools near me?
Use “Use my location” on this page: CityHero shows the nearest places with their own driving schools ranking, such as Zürich, St. Gallen, Winterthur and Bern. Your location stays in the browser.
Which driving schools are open on Sundays?
51 of 321 with known opening hours (16%).
Can I contact several driving schools at once?
Yes, up to 2 per request — free and non-binding.
What does getting a driving licence cost in total?
Budget CHF 2,500–4,000 total in Zurich: lessons (CHF 90–100 each, usually 20–40 needed), VKU theory course (CHF 200–250), first-aid (CHF 100–150), theory and practical exams (CHF 30–150 each).
How many lessons do I need?
On average 25–35 lessons without prior practice; significantly fewer with private practice drives. Good instructors give an honest estimate after 2–3 lessons.
Learn automatic or manual?
Since 2019 the automatic-only test also licenses you for manuals in Switzerland — most learners now choose automatic. EVs make the question obsolete anyway.