Strike on October 2: What are the impacts on transportation?

The planned strike this Thursday is not expected to paralyze the country, but it will still have some impact on transportation.

Trains

On the SNCF side, the main lines will be relatively spared. Most TGVs will operate as usual, ensuring long-distance travelers have a preserved service. However, conventional and regional trains will experience more disruptions. Some Intercités routes, such as Lyon–Nantes, Bordeaux–Nantes, or Marseille–Bordeaux, will be the most affected. Other lines, such as Paris–Clermont-Ferrand or Paris–Limoges–Toulouse, will see adjustments but to a lesser extent. Travelers are advised to check SNCF Voyages local information, updated the previous evening.

Île-de-France Transport

In the Paris region, the metro should operate normally. Some adjustments are possible on RER line B. More significant difficulties will be on RER D and E, as well as on certain Transilien lines, notably L, N, R, and U. Other lines, such as RER C and Transilien H, will have slightly reduced service but no complete blockage.

Air Traffic

In the skies, the impact will be very limited. The General Directorate of Civil Aviation (DGAC) announces cancellations concentrated at Beauvais Airport, where three out of ten flights will not take off. At other airports, no large-scale cancellations are planned, although punctual delays may still occur. Passengers are encouraged to check directly with their airline before heading to the airport.

In summary, while the October 2 strike is not expected to be paralyzing, it will require some vigilance from travelers, especially on regional lines and some urban networks.

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