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🚨 National train strike Thursday, June 11, 2026 🚨

A nationwide labor strike affecting train personnel is planned from 3 am on Thursday, June 11 to 2 am on Friday, June 12, 2026.

Many trains run even despite a strike, so if you've booked a train during these times or you plan to travel, it's possible that your travel may not be affected.

If you're traveling on a long-distance (not regional) train, your train may be guaranteed; click here to check. If you find your train on this list, it will be in service.

If you already purchased train tickets for journeys that take place during the time of the strike through our sister company ItaliaRail and your train has been identified as one that is at risk of being affected by the strike, you'll receive an email message from ItaliaRail with further instructions.

  • Read more from Trenitalia regarding what happens in the event of a strike here

  • Get real-time updates on train statuses using the ItaliaRail 'track your train' feature.

  • If you need assistance at the train station, information is available at the Trenitalia ticket offices and customer care desks in the station.

If you'd like to see more information and FAQ from ItaliaRail regarding Italy train strikes, click here.

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  • Shelley Ruelle

    🚨 National train strike Thursday, June 11, 2026 🚨

    A nationwide labor strike affecting train personnel is planned from 3 am on Thursday, June 11 to 2 am on Friday, June 12, 2026. Many trains run even despite a strike, so if you've booked a train during these times or you plan to travel, it's possible that your travel may not be affected. If you're traveling on a long-distance (not regional) train, your train may be guaranteed; click here to check. If you find your train on this list, it will be in service. If you already purchased train tickets for journeys that take place during the time of the strike through our sister company ItaliaRail and your train has been identified as one that is at risk of being affected by the strike, you'll receive an email message from ItaliaRail with further instructions. Read more from Trenitalia regarding what happens in the event of a strike here Get real-time updates on train statuses using the ItaliaRail 'track your train' feature. If you need assistance at the train station, information is available at the Trenitalia ticket offices and customer care desks in the station. If you'd like to see more information and FAQ from ItaliaRail regarding Italy train strikes, click here.
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