CPTM Strike: São Paulo Suspends Car Rodízio

Why Did Rail Workers Go on Strike?

Workers on CPTM lines 11-Coral, 12-Safira, and 13-Jade voted to approve a strike, disrupting commuter rail services across São Paulo's eastern and airport corridors. The industrial action affects one of the busiest rail networks in Latin America, forcing the city to take emergency measures to ease road congestion.

What Did the City Do to Help Commuters?

In response to the strike, São Paulo authorities suspended the vehicle rotation restriction — known locally as rodízio — in the capital. The rodízio normally bans cars from entering the city centre during peak hours based on their licence-plate numbers. Suspending it allows more private vehicles on the road to compensate for the loss of rail capacity.

Which Lines Are Affected?

• Line 11-Coral – connects the eastern zone to central São Paulo
• Line 12-Safira – runs through the ABC industrial region and Luz station
• Line 13-Jade – links the city to Guarulhos International Airport

What Should Travellers and Commuters Do?

If you rely on Line 13-Jade to catch a flight at Guarulhos, plan extra travel time and consider alternative transport such as the Guarulhos Airport Bus or ride-hailing apps. Commuters on Lines 11 and 12 should check CPTM's official app for real-time updates and seek alternative metro or bus routes where possible.