Madrid-Andalusia high-speed rail suspended

Train services are halted after a collision in Toledo, prompting airlines to increase flight capacity and cap fares to southern Spain.

High-speed rail traffic on the Madrid-Andalusia corridor is suspended following a collision between a and an train in Urda, , on 28 October 2026. The incident has halted services to Ciudad Real, Puertollano, Cordoba, Seville and Malaga.

Airlines are increasing capacity to mitigate the disruption. and Iberia Express added 98 flights and over 20,000 seats, capping economy fares at 99 euros. , Ryanair, Volotea and Air Europa have also announced new routes or increased frequencies.

While Madrid-Toledo and Malaga-Seville rail lines remain operational, Renfe has established alternative road and conventional rail services for affected passengers. New flight schedules, including Wizz Air's daily services, will begin from early November 2026.