Lombardy rail strike: Trenord disruption and guaranteed time slots on 12 January 2026
- Thor
- Jan 11
- 2 min read
Updated: 6 days ago
A Lombardy rail strike is expected to affect Trenord regional, suburban, airport, and long-distance services on Monday 12 January 2026. If you are moving around northern Italy by train, plan around the guaranteed time slots and be prepared for short-notice timetable changes.
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Lombardy rail strike timing and guaranteed services
Trenord’s strike notice states that disruption may run from 03:00 on 12 January to 02:00 on 13 January 2026.
Trenord also confirms guaranteed minimum services during these standard weekday time slots:
06:00 to 09:00
18:00 to 21:00
Because trains that run during the time slots are typically limited to the guaranteed list, it helps to review rail disruption basics using the Transport tag.
How the Lombardy rail strike can affect your itinerary
A Lombardy rail strike can create three common problems for travelers:
missed connections between towns and regional hubs
delayed or cancelled airport rail services
last-minute changes that reduce the reliability of tight day-trip plans
If you are traveling on a passport that requires extra entry planning, keep your route aligned with the current Italy visa and entry rules.
Lombardy rail strike checklist for travel day
Move flexible journeys into guaranteed time slots. The 06:00 to 09:00 and 18:00 to 21:00 windows are the most predictable.
Check the guaranteed train list. Do not assume every departure inside the time slots will run.
Build a backup for airport transfers. Allow extra time if replacement buses are introduced.
Budget for disruption costs. Extra nights, taxis, and rebooked tickets can add up. A quick planning reference is the Costs and budget tag.
What to check before you leave
Check Trenord updates the evening before travel, then re-check on the day.
At the station, rely on real-time boards and announcements. During strike action, app timetables can lag behind operational changes.
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