Italian transport strikes are announced in advance on the Ministry of Transport’s official strike calendar. On regional trains, services are guaranteed 06:00–09:00 and 18:00–21:00 (Mon–Sat), and some long-distance trains run every day — check whether your train number is on the guaranteed list. For delays, Trenitalia pays 25% of the fare for 60–119 minutes and 50% for 120 minutes or more; claim within a year.
Checked 2026-09-23 · Italy · Getting around
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Where strikes are announced | Official MIT strike calendar (by sector, date, scope and hours) |
| Guaranteed regional bands | 06:00–09:00 and 18:00–21:00, Mon–Sat |
| Long-distance | Some trains guaranteed daily — check your train number |
| Trains already running | Normally reach their destination if it’s within 1 h of the strike start |
| Delay 60–119 min | 25% of the ticket price (Frecce/Intercity) |
| Delay 120+ min | 50% of the ticket price |
| Claim window | Within 1 year · online, form, ticket office or call centre |
Before you travel
Check the strike calendar
Find your train number
Trenitalia · in case of strike ↗ · Reddit · strikes: guaranteed trains ↗
Plan around the guaranteed bands
On the day
Don’t board another train without a valid ticket
Trains already running
Getting your money back
Delay compensation
- 60–119 min
- 25%
- 120+ min
- 50%
How to claim
Keep proof — refunds can be slow
Quick answers
How do I know if there is a train strike in Italy?
Check the Ministry of Transport’s official strike calendar and your operator’s strike page for the guaranteed trains.
Do trains run during a strike in Italy?
Some do: regional services 06:00–09:00 and 18:00–21:00 Mon–Sat, and some long-distance trains every day.
How much compensation for a delayed train?
Trenitalia: 25% for 60–119 minutes, 50% for 120 minutes or more.
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Related answers
Sources: MIT · official strike calendar ↗ · Trenitalia · in case of strike ↗ · Trenitalia · compensation & refunds ↗