Two high-speed trains, one operated by Renfe and one by Iryo, collided near Urda in Toledo province on 28 October 2026, according to reports citing emergency-service sources. The reports reviewed gave different minimum death tolls, and did not establish one final verified count.

What has been reported about deaths and injuries?

RTVE reported at 11:20 CET that regional government sources had confirmed at least 30 deaths. Europa Press’s live page, updated at 11:21 CET, still cited a minimum of 10 deaths from Castilla-La Mancha government spokesperson Esther Padilla. An earlier report by La Cerca cited at least 46 deaths from regional Civil Protection sources. These are attributed reports with different minimum figures; the sources checked did not establish a final verified toll.

Reports also described injured passengers, but the sources reviewed did not establish a complete injury count or the severity of injuries.

What should passengers know about train services?

EFE reported that high-speed services between Madrid and the southern corridor were suspended until further notice, citing Transport sources. It said ticket holders were asked not to go to stations and to check with their train operator for current travel information. The direct ADIF incident notice could not be opened during the final check, so confirm the live status before publication.

EFE also reported that Renfe provided the family assistance number 900 10 10 20 for affected passengers and their families. The report said the number should not be used for general enquiries.

How did the response develop?

Times below are Spanish local time, CET, on 28 October 2026.

  1. 08:54: Emergency-service sources gave this as the collision time to Europa Press.
  2. 09:15: EFE reported that Castilla-La Mancha activated its PLATECAM emergency plan.
  3. 10:27: Europa Press reported that Renfe activated an assistance plan for victims and their families.
  4. 11:20: RTVE reported at least 30 deaths, citing regional government sources.

What remains unclear?

The reports reviewed did not establish the cause of the collision, a final death toll, a complete injury count or when services would resume. The reported minimum death tolls differ. Check the latest official update before publication.