October 6, 2026 — Peru’s urban transport unions say they will take “drastic measures” after more bus drivers were killed in Lima. They have called a meeting for Friday, October 9, to decide on a new national strike.
The details
- Who: José Quispe Yupanqui of Transportes Unidos and Ricardo Pareja of the Cámara de Transporte Unido.
- Why: Further killings of bus drivers in Lima, including in the north of the city and in the Independencia district. Pareja cited 85 transport workers killed.
- What is planned: A meeting on Friday, October 9, to decide whether to call a new national strike.
- Strike date: TBA. No stoppage is in effect today.
- Scale: Not yet stated (TBA).
What it means for travelers
- Nothing changes today. Buses in Lima are running.
- A strike could come at short notice after Friday’s meeting. If you are in Lima from October 9, check local news each morning.
- Airport transfers: Lima’s airport is in Callao. On a strike day, book an official airport taxi or a hotel transfer in advance and leave early, because taxis will be in high demand.
- Avoid same-day arrivals from other cities to connect onto a flight home during a stoppage.
- Security: The dispute is driven by violent crime against transport workers. Use registered taxis and hotel-arranged transport.
Sources
- Infobae Perú: Transportistas evalúan nuevo paro nacional tras asesinatos a conductores: gremio se reúne este viernes
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