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TILO trains, season tickets, motorways and queues: the daily commute across the border.

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202 articles on transport and traffic, newest first.

• Torrid heat and work: unions meet the Ticino Government for new measures

  UNIA, OCST, USS and VPOD unions call for intervention thresholds based on scientific indices to protect workers during heatwaves in Ticino

• Zurich transport company, "that's why we chose Chinese buses"

  VBZ purchased eight standard buses and twelve Chinese articulated models for a total of 20 vehicles.

• Slowdowns on the A8 motorway between Milan and Varese

  Slowdowns are expected on the A8 motorway between Milan and Varese due to the replacement of the sound-absorbing barriers between Castellanza and Legnano.

• Construction in Ticino: the challenges of the sector before the summer

  The point of the situation between procurement, material supply and the critical issues related to summer temperatures with the SSIC.

• Construction in Ticino: stop penalties for extreme heat

  SSIC calls for fair conditions for construction sites during heatwaves, avoiding contractual penalties for delays caused by extreme temperatures.

• More What if the trains were financed by those who take the plane?

  A popular initiative wants to tax every flight departing from Switzerland and return most of the proceeds in the form of train travel vouchers.

• More. From Livigno to the Engadine in ten minutes.

  A project for a railway connection between Livigno and S-chanf has been presented.

• TRIP: mobility development between Lombardy and Graubünden

  The TRIP project aims to develop mobility between Lombardy and Graubünden.

• More GR: between Livigno and S-chanf by train, the project is developed

  A rail link between Livigno and S-chanf could be made in the future.

• Ticino: early working hours for the canicola alert

  A motion to the Council of State proposes exceptions to municipal regulations to allow early outdoor work during heatwaves.

• Trenord, new increases on tickets for border crossers

  Trenord has announced a further increase in rail fares. The new 'Malpensa specific rate' has been postponed to next summer.

• Train strike Italy, inconvenience for TILO 23-24 July

  A national rail transport strike in Italy on 23 and 24 July 2026. Cross-border connections operated by TILO will be affected.

• Traffic in Switzerland: costs reach 117 billion

  In 2023, traffic in Switzerland cost 117 billion francs. The car dominates with 68% of trips. Here is the data from the Federal Statistical Office.

• Living in Como and working in Ticino: a practical guide for border workers

  Journey times, cost of living in comparison, strategic neighbourhoods and the pros/cons of train vs car. Everything you need to know before becoming a Como-Ticino border worker.

• EasyJet passes into US hands: changes for Ticino-Italy trips

  The Castlelake fund takes over EasyJet for CHF 5.6 billion. Guaranteed slots in Malpensa and Geneva, renewed fleet: impact on air commuters.

• Canicola and labour: Canton-Unia clash over rights

  Bellinzona is at the centre of the confrontation between authorities and trade unions on workplace protections during the extreme heat waves in Ticino.

• Switzerland: The era of mega batteries begins

  Switzerland is upgrading the network with new storage systems. Find out how they work and the impact on the private electricity market.

• Tilo: Gallarate circulation restrictions 11-13 July

  Maintenance work on the Italian Railway Network impacts the S50 connections between Ticino and Malpensa. Here's how to travel between July 11th and 13th.

• Tilo Mendrisio-Gallarate: RFI upgrade completed

  The works of the Italian Railway Network on the cross-border section have been completed: full operation of the Tilo connections between Ticino and Varesotto has been restored.

• New Lombardy-Ticino deal: more trains and buses for commuters

  Regione Lombardia and Canton Ticino sign an agreement to boost cross-border trains and buses, with RE80 every 30 minutes and fare integration.

• More Trains and Buses Between Ticino and Lombardy

  The agreement between Canton Ticino and Lombardy Region has been signed: enhanced rail and bus connections with integrated tickets for sustainable mobility.

• Heavy Traffic on A2 and 'Elephant Races'

  Question to the Council of State on heavy traffic and prolonged overtaking among trucks on the A2 highway in Ticino.

• Cantello Parking: Carpooling for Cross-Border Workers

  11 free parking spaces at Gaggiolo station for those who carpool. An initiative to reduce traffic and pollution.

• Impact of Mobility on the Lives of Ticino Frontiers

  Mobility increases complexity for frontiers, with traffic problems and high costs