CNG Stations in Switzerland

The first CNG filling station in Switzerland opened its doors to the public in 2002 in Zurich. This milestone marked the beginning of a national strategy to promote the use of greener fuels. Since then, the number of stations has grown, albeit slowly compared to the growth of charging stations for electric vehicles.

In 2010, Switzerland had more than 120 filling stations offering CNG. Although growth slowed down in the last decade, by 2024 the country has a stable network of approximately 150 stations, distributed mainly in urban areas and along major transport routes.

Below is an updated list of the main service stations that offer CNG in Switzerland, with locations in key cities:

• Zurich: Zurich Flughafen Station , Zurich-Seebach Station
• Geneva: Vernier Station, Acacias Station
• Bern: Bern-Wankdorf Station, Bern-Wankdorf Station Mattenhof
• Lausanne: Lausanne-Renens Station, Lausanne-Blécherette Station
• Basel: Basel-Klybeck Station, Basel-Station St. Johann
• Lucerne: Luzern-Süd Station, Luzern-Emmen Station

Although CNG stations have seen limited growth in Switzerland, there are projects underway to expand the network in the coming years. Operators are investing in more advanced infrastructure and technologies that will enable better efficiency in CNG supply. By 2025, at least 10 new CNG stations are planned to open in Switzerland, with a special focus on less-served areas such as the Alpine cantons and some rural areas.

In addition, the Swiss government is expected to strengthen its incentives for the use of alternative fuels, which could drive further growth in the number of CNG-powered vehicles and, therefore, demand for more filling stations.

In Switzerland, the largest CNG station operators are energy companies that are committed to expanding this type of fuel. The main operators are listed below along with their station network and future projects:

• GasMobil AG: The main CNG station operator in Switzerland, with more than 60 stations across the country. Its main locations are in Zurich, Bern and Basel. The company has plans to open 5 new stations by 2025.
• Avia: An operator with a significant presence in central and western Switzerland, with 25 active CNG stations. It plans to expand its network in the Alpine region and open two new stations in 2025.
• Swissgas: An energy company with a network of 30 CNG stations distributed mainly in the Romandie and Ticino regions. By 2025, Swissgas plans a modest expansion with the opening of 3 new stations.

CNG stations in Switzerland have played an important role in the transition to cleaner mobility. Although network growth has been slower than expected, the coming years are expected to bring new opportunities for the expansion of this fuel in the country. With projects planned for 2025 and support from major energy companies, the CNG network in Switzerland will continue to expand, providing a greener fuel option to Swiss drivers.

• https://www.gasmobil.ch/
• https://www.avia.ch/
• https://www.swissgas.ch/
• https://www.autoconsumoenergetico.com/gnc/
• https://www.mobilite-durable.ch/