Glattalbahn Light Rail (VBG), Zurich, Switzerland
Key Data:
Development/operations
Verkehrsbetriebe Glattal (VBG)
Service operator
Verkehrsbetriebe Zurich (VBZ)
Canton transport authority
Zürcher Verkehrsverbund (ZVV)
Gauge
1,000mm
Power
600V dc, overhead supply
Rolling stock
Bombardier/Alstom Cobra (Phase 1: also Tram 2000)
Services began
2006 (as Zurich Line 11 extension)
System length (projected)
12.7km (7.9 mile)
Stations (projected)
21
Cost
SFr555m
Tram frequency
Every 7.5min, rising to every 3–4min
Special Characteristics:
System to provide service level between local buses and heavy rail
Connects to and shares characteristics with Zurich tramway
High-volume public transport for large commercial development
Additional rail-based transport link with international airport
Dedicated light rail alignments form the main part of the infrastructure
