Nestled between Switzerland and Austria, Liechtenstein is a tiny alpine principality offering spectacular mountain scenery, world-class skiing, medieval castles, and sophisticated cultural attractions. Despite being the world's sixth smallest country, it packs impressive experiences into just 160 square kilometers.
- Public
- LIEmobil bus network covers entire country on 11 routes; clean, punctual, and affordable at CHF 2.40 per ride or CHF 5 day pass; Swiss Travel Pass valid
- Taxi
- Available via phone booking (Taxi Wanger +423 232 33 00); no ride-share apps; expensive at CHF 8 base + CHF 3.50/km
- Rental
- Excellent for exploring at your own pace; no rental companies within Liechtenstein - rent from Zurich Airport or St. Gallen for best rates; fuel CHF 1.70/liter
- Walking
- Vaduz's entire center is walkable in 20-30 minutes; all museums and main attractions within easy walking distance on flat streets
Transport at a glance
Airport transfers
Getting from the airport to your accommodation.
- Taxi
- Train to Sargans then bus - $30-60, 2h 9min
- Shuttle
- Private taxi - $150-200, 1h 18min
- Bus
- Rental car - $22-35 fuel cost, 1h 18min drive
Local transport
Getting around the city.
Bus
LIEmobil bus network covers entire country with 11 routes. Single ticket CHF 2.40 ($2.70), day pass CHF 5 ($5.70), week pass CHF 18 ($20). Buses run 6:00-22:00 weekdays, reduced weekend service. Swiss Travel Pass valid. Clean, punctual, and well-connected.
Alternatives
metro, taxi, rideshare
Taxis & rideshare
What to expect from taxis and apps.
- Regular
- Base fare CHF 8 ($9), then CHF 3.50/km ($4/km). Limited availability - book in advance. Main taxi companies: Taxi Wanger +423 232 33 00, Taxi Oehri +423 373 15 15. Expensive compared to buses.
Intercity travel
Getting between cities and regions.
Bus
LIEmobil provides all intercity connections within Liechtenstein. Routes connect all 11 municipalities. Bus #11 links to Austrian and Swiss train stations. Frequent service, affordable fares, integrated ticketing.
Flights
Not applicable - country too small for domestic flights
Transportation details
Full breakdown of how to get around.
Airports
Zurich Airport (Switzerland)
From centre: 120 km to Vaduz
Options: Train to Sargans then bus - $30-60, 2h 9min; Private taxi - $150-200, 1h 18min; Rental car - $22-35 fuel cost, 1h 18min drive
St. Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (Switzerland)
From centre: 45 km to Vaduz
Options: Taxi - $80-120, 35 minutes; Bus connection via St. Gallen - $15-25, 1h 15min; Rental car - $10-15 fuel cost, 35 min drive
Friedrichshafen Airport (Germany)
From centre: 85 km to Vaduz
Options: Train and bus combination - $25-45, 2 hours; Taxi - $120-160, 55 minutes; Rental car - $18-25 fuel cost, 55 min drive
Useful apps
Download before you arrive.
SBB (Swiss Federal Railways)
Essential app for train schedules and tickets in Switzerland, including connections to Buchs SG and Feldkirch for Liechtenstein access
LIEmobil App
Official Liechtenstein bus app for schedules and real-time information on all 11 bus routes within the principality
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
Buy the LIEmobil day pass (CHF 5/$5.70) rather than individual tickets if using the bus more than twice in a day
The Swiss Travel Pass is valid on all LIEmobil buses - great value if you're traveling Switzerland-Liechtenstein
Bus 11 connects Vaduz to Feldkirch (Austria) and Buchs (Switzerland) for connections to the wider European rail network
Cycling is excellent in the Rhine Valley - bike rental from the tourist office in Vaduz (CHF 15/day) covers the entire country on flat terrain
EU mobile roaming may not work in Liechtenstein - check with your carrier before using navigation apps
The Swiss motorway vignette (CHF 40) is required on Swiss highways used to reach Liechtenstein - buy at border petrol stations