Train strikes in Italy are disrupting rail services across the country, affecting both local and long-distance travel. The nationwide protest began at 9 PM Thursday and will continue until 6 PM Friday, September 5, 2025.
Trenitalia confirmed that some regional trains will run during guaranteed time slots. A list of long-distance trains that will operate despite the strike is available on its website. Travelers should expect changes or cancellations.
Rome and Milan hit by local disruptions
In Rome, public transport is also affected. A four-hour strike organized by the Sul union hit the Atac network Thursday morning, halting metro and bus services between 8:30 AM and 12:30 PM Updates can be found on romamobilita.it and atac.roma.it.
In Milan and the wider Lombardy region, Trenord services are at risk. Regional, suburban, airport, and long-distance trains may experience disruptions. Trenord stated that trains scheduled to depart by 9 PM Thursday and arrive by 10 PM will operate.
On Friday, only trains listed as guaranteed that depart after 6 AM and reach their final destination by 9 AM will run. Normal service is expected to resume after 6 PM.
To help passengers reach Malpensa Airport during the strike, Trenord is providing non-stop replacement buses. These will operate between Milano Cadorna and the airport, as well as from Stabio. Buses from Milan will leave from Via Paleocapa 1. Real-time updates are available on the Trenord website and app.
Flight prices surge as travelers seek alternatives
Codacons, a national consumer group, reported a sharp rise in domestic airfares as rail services shut down. The group said increased demand for flights during the train strikes in Italy has caused prices to spike, with some routes doubling in cost.
For example, a one-way ticket from Rome to Milan on Friday costs at least €92, compared to €56 the following week—a 64% jump. Other sharp increases include:
- Genoa to Rome: €260 vs. €146 (+78%)
- Turin to Naples: €154 vs. €78 (+97%)
- Brindisi to Milan: €200 vs. €100 (+100%)
- Venice to Rome: €172 vs. €76 (+126%)
Codacons warned that workers and vacationers are bearing the brunt of these fare hikes, as many shift from rail to air to avoid disruptions caused by the ongoing train strikes in Italy.
