Transport strikes in Italy
And so there is a transport strike in Italy... most Italians would comment:
"Where is the news?". Strikes have nowadays become part of our culture
and way of life. Not that Italians are happy with strikes but, as with
most other things "ci arrangiamo" (we do the best we can).
For you, as a traveler to Italy, it might be important to be aware of any transportation limitations that might affect your trip. We will post to this web page any strike information that we have. Bookmark this page and visit it often... if you are getting ready for Italy you must learn how "arrangiarti"!
Note: the fact that a number of workers are on strike does not mean that you are necessarily grounded. Call the reservation office where you bought the tickets to obtain detailed information. Often only workers from a specific labor union within a company will go on strike, and thus you might not be affected at all. Crazy Italians, huh?
July 21, 2025, Maritime strike by Caronte & TouristWhere in Italy: SiciliaSector: maritime. 24 hours from 6:00 AM to 5:59 AM A strike affecting the personnel of Caronte & Tourist in Sicily, leading to disruptions in maritime services. This is a regional strike expected to impact local travel for tourists. |
July 22, 2025, General transportation strikeWhere in Italy: ItalySector: multi-sectoral. 24 hours from 4:01 PM to 4:00 PM A nationwide general strike affecting various transportation sectors, including public transport and rail services. Tourists may experience delays and cancellations across the country. |
July 23, 2025, Local public transport strike in CampaniaWhere in Italy: NapoliSector: local public transport. 4 hours at the end of service A local strike affecting public transport services in Naples, which may lead to reduced availability of buses and other local transport options for tourists. |
July 25, 2025, Local public transport strike in PugliaWhere in Italy: LecceSector: local public transport. 4 hours from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM A strike affecting local public transport in Lecce, which may cause delays and limited service for tourists in the area. |
July 25, 2025, National strike in railway contractsWhere in Italy: ItalySector: railway. First half of the work shift between 4:00 PM and 3:59 PM A national strike affecting railway services, particularly impacting night train services. Tourists may face disruptions in train travel across Italy. |
July 26, 2025, General transportation strikeWhere in Italy: ItalySector: multi-sectoral. 4 hours from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM A nationwide general strike affecting various transportation sectors, including air travel and public transport. Tourists should anticipate potential delays and cancellations. |
July 26, 2025, Local public transport strike in SardiniaWhere in Italy: SardegnaSector: local public transport. Entire working day A strike affecting public transport services in Sardinia, which may lead to limited transport options for tourists throughout the day. |
July 26, 2025, Local public transport strike in TuscanyWhere in Italy: FirenzeSector: local public transport. 4 hours from 10:30 PM until the end of the shift A strike affecting public transport in Florence, potentially causing delays and reduced service for tourists in the area. |
July 26, 2025, Local public transport strike in LazioWhere in Italy: LatinaSector: local public transport. 4 hours from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM A strike affecting local transport services in Latina, which may disrupt travel plans for tourists during the morning hours. |
July 26, 2025, Local public transport strike in UmbriaWhere in Italy: UmbriaSector: local public transport. 24 hours with various modalities A regional strike affecting public transport services in Umbria, which may lead to disruptions for tourists traveling in the region. |
July 26, 2025, Local public transport strike in CataniaWhere in Italy: SiciliaSector: local public transport. 3 hours from 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM A strike affecting public transport services in Catania, which may limit transport options for tourists during the evening hours. |
September 4, 2025, General transportation strikeWhere in Italy: ItalySector: multi-sectoral. 21 hours from 9:00 PM to 6:00 PM A nationwide general strike affecting multiple transportation sectors, including rail and public transport. Tourists should prepare for significant disruptions during this period. |
September 15, 2025, Local public transport strike in LiguriaWhere in Italy: La SpeziaSector: local public transport. 24 hours A strike affecting public transport services in La Spezia, which may cause delays and limited service for tourists in the area. |