Switzerland Leads in Europe Transport Safety Ranking.
Switzerland has once again been ranked among the safest countries in Europe for public transport, according to data released by the Federal Office of Transport (FOT).
The report places Switzerland third in Europe for passenger safety in public transport systems, behind the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. The evaluation is based on safety performance across multiple transport modes, including trains, cable cars, ferries, trams, and buses.
Officials confirmed that Switzerland’s railways, cable car networks, and boat services have maintained an excellent safety record in recent years, with no reported fatalities or serious injuries in these sectors. This strong performance highlights the country’s continued investment in transport infrastructure, maintenance, and safety standards.
However, the report also notes growing safety concerns in urban transport systems. In particular, tram and bus networks in major cities have seen an increase in serious injuries and, in some cases, fatalities in recent years. Authorities attribute this trend to rising urban traffic density, increased pedestrian movement, and complex road-sharing conditions in city environments.
Transport experts explain that while Switzerland’s long-distance and mountain transport systems remain highly secure, urban mobility presents new challenges. Higher population movement in cities, combined with congestion and mixed traffic conditions, has made safety management more difficult.
Despite these challenges, Switzerland continues to maintain one of the most reliable and well-regulated public transport systems in Europe. Authorities emphasize ongoing efforts to improve safety in urban areas through better infrastructure planning, awareness campaigns, and updated traffic regulations.
The latest ranking reinforces Switzerland’s reputation as a global leader in transport reliability and safety, particularly in rail and alpine transport systems.
