Renfe has activated an alternative transport plan after suspending high-speed train services between Madrid and Andalusia following the train accident in Adamuz (Córdoba).
High-speed train services between Madrid and Andalusia remain suspended almost a month after the rail accident on January 18 in Adamuz, and the resumption of services depends on weather conditions and infrastructure repair work, which is progressing more slowly than initially estimated.
The alternative plan will remain in force until at least February 16.
Combined train-bus transport
The plan combines rail and road transport services, particularly on the Córdoba-Villanueva de Córdoba section, where passengers are transferred by bus in both directions. This arrangement increases journey times.
On the Madrid–Seville route, special services are operated, with stops at Ciudad Real and Puertollano on the section between Madrid and Villanueva de Córdoba. There are no intermediate stops between Córdoba and Seville.
On the Madrid–Cádiz route, the journey is divided into three segments: AVE train to Villanueva de Córdoba, bus transfer to Córdoba, and then Alvia train to Cádiz, with stops in Seville, Jerez de la Frontera, El Puerto de Santa María, and San Fernando.
The Madrid–Málaga and Madrid–Algeciras services are completely suspended.
Special services are also being operated on the conventional line to Granada and Almería.
Commercial conditions and refunds
Renfe is allowing all affected tickets to be changed or canceled free of charge. Passengers can request a full refund of their original ticket or opt to exchange it, with any fare difference refunded.
Several auxiliary services are suspended while the alternative plan is in place, including pet transport, bicycle transport, seat selection, and the service for accompanying unaccompanied minors.
Support for victims
Immediately after the accident, the company activated the Victim and Family Assistance Plan (PAVAFF), which provides psychological support and information through a dedicated telephone line.
The Spanish government will grant approximately EUR 20 million in compensation to the victims of the serious train accident that occurred on January 18 in Adamuz, in the south of the country, which left 45 people dead and more than 150 injured, according to authorities in Madrid.
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