24-Hour Commuter Rail Strike in Madrid, Spain on October 30-31

Incident Details

The Laborer’s Commission has called for a 24-hour commuter rail strike in Madrid, Spain on 30-31 October. This strike will affect dispatching, ticketing, and security services at all Cercanias Madrid Stations. The strike has been organized to protest management changes at Cercanias Madrid and will cause considerable travel disruptions within the area.

Traveler Safety

SafeAbroad travelers are advised to use alternate transport for these 24 hours. Contact relevant rail operators to see if their train is operating, and plan travel routes in advance.  Contact your program leaders if you have questions. Monitor the incident via local news and social media.

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