Strike in Italy: TILO trains stop at the border (cross-border guide)

Context

In a nutshell

• National strike in Italy from 7 to 8 September 2026.
• TILO services will not circulate in Italy during the strike.
• TILO Services in Switzerland will not be involved.
• Replacement buses for the S50 line between Stabio and Malpensa Airport.

Key facts

• What: National strike in Italy.
• When: From 7 to 8 September 2026.
• Where: In Italy.
• Who: TILO Services.
• Amount: Not specified.

The national strike in Italy from 7 to 8 September 2026 will have a significant impact on TILO services. During this period, the TILO RE80, S10, S30, S40 and S50 services will not circulate in Italy. TILO connections in Swiss territory will not be involved. In case of non-operation of trains on line S50, TILO services to/from Malpensa Airport will be replaced with buses between Stabio and Malpensa Airport, without intermediate stops. The guarantee time slots will be in force, from 6.00 am to 9.00 am and from 6.00 pm to 9.00 pm, during which the connections present in the list of "Minimum Guaranteed Services" available on the Trenord website will circulate. As repercussions are conceivable until the end of the strike, travellers are invited to pay attention to announcements and indications at stations and on trains.

Operational details

Implications for frontier workers

The national strike in Italy from 7 to 8 September 2026 will have a direct impact on border workers who use TILO services to move between Italy and the Canton of Ticino. During this period, the TILO RE80, S10, S30, S40 and S50 services will not circulate in Italy, which means that commuters will have to find alternatives to reach their workplace. TILO services in Swiss territory will not be involved, but border crossers who have to cross the Italian border will be affected by the suspension of trains.

In case of non-operation of trains on line S50, TILO services to/from Malpensa Airport will be replaced with buses between Stabio and Malpensa Airport, without intermediate stops. This replacement service is essential for border crossers who use Malpensa Airport for their journeys. The guarantee time slots will be in force, from 6.00 am to 9.00 am and from 6.00 pm to 9.00 pm, during which the connections present in the list of "Minimum Guaranteed Services" available on the Trenord website will circulate.

As repercussions are conceivable until the end of the strike, travellers are invited to pay attention to announcements and indications at stations and on trains. Border crossers will need to plan their journeys in advance and consider available alternatives to avoid disruption.

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Key points

Actions to be taken

For border workers who will be affected by the national strike in Italy from 7 to 8 September 2026, it is essential to plan their travels in advance. Here are some actions to take:

1. Consult the Trenord website : Border workers should regularly consult the Trenord website for updates on the minimum services guaranteed and any changes to the services. 2. Use substitute services: In case of non-operation of trains on line S50, border workers should use the substitute buses between Stabio and Malpensa Airport, without intermediate stops. 3. Plan alternatives: Border workers should consider transportation alternatives, such as car or carpooling, to reach their workplace during the strike. 4. Pay attention to listings: Travelers should pay attention to listings and directions at stations and trains to get up-to-date information on available amenities.

For more information and to plan their movements, border crossers can use the calcolatore di stipendio available on the Frontier Ticino website.

Source: ticinonews.ch