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When Buses Stay Empty: Why Mallorca Is Losing Drivers and How to Fill the Gap

Driver Shortages Outside Palma in Mallorca

Long commutes and housing pressure make it harder to staff transport jobs in towns like Alcúdia and Manacor.

Published: April 22, 2026
When Buses Stay Empty: Why Mallorca Is Losing Drivers and How to Fill the Gap

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How does the driver shortage affect places like Alcúdia or Manacor in Mallorca?

Smaller and more spread-out towns can be affected when drivers live far from the depot or when companies struggle to place staff where they are needed. In Mallorca, long commutes and housing pressure make it harder for employers to cover routes consistently outside the main city.

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