A collision between a Renfe AVE high-speed train and an Iryo service in Toledo, Spain, on 28 October has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, with services on the Madrid–Andalusia high-speed corridor suspended.
The accident occurred between Los Yébenes and Urda, in the province of Toledo, on the Madrid–Seville route. The collision involved two trains travelling between Madrid and Seville and led to the suspension of services across the corridor.
Renfe confirmed that its AVE service from Madrid Puerta de Atocha, scheduled to depart at 08:00 and arrive at Seville Santa Justa at 10:39, was involved in the accident. The operator confirmed fatalities and injuries, adding that its immediate priority was to assist those affected and their families.
Renfe has activated its crisis management team and its Plan for Assistance to Victims of Railway Accidents and their Families (PAVAFF). It has also established a dedicated helpline for victims and relatives on 900 10 10 20.
Iryo also confirmed that its service 6076, travelling from Madrid to Seville, was involved in the collision. The train departed Madrid at 07:54 with 147 passengers, three crew members, a barista and a driver on board, according to the operator’s statement.
Iryo said its train was struck from behind at 08:48 by a Renfe Series 103 train near Urda. The cause of the collision remains unknown, and the circumstances are being investigated.
Both operators are working with Adif, emergency services and the relevant authorities to support passengers and establish the circumstances of the accident.
Iryo has also activated its emergency procedures and set up a dedicated helpline on 900 001 403 for affected passengers and their families. The company announced free ticket changes and cancellations for affected journeys.
Adif confirmed that rail traffic on the Madrid–Andalusia high-speed line had been suspended following the collision. Trains on the affected route were held at stations along the corridor.
The infrastructure manager has established assistance points at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha Almudena Grandes, Seville-Santa Justa, Córdoba-Julio Anguita and Málaga-María Zambrano stations.
Emergency services continue to respond to the incident, while the authorities work to establish the full extent of the casualties and the circumstances of the collision.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragic accident, particularly the victims, their loved ones and those involved in the emergency response.
