Rodalies trains remain out of service in Catalonia despite the announcement of their restoration

The interruption of rail service is lasting longer than expected in Catalonia, while Renfe and Adif continue safety checks and users still lack a specific date for its resumption.

of january 22, 2026 at 08:30h
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The Rodalies train service continues to be paralyzed throughout Catalonia this Thursday, two days after the accident, and there is still no clear date for its resumption, although the Catalan government had announced that it would gradually return to service.

Renfe has confirmed that the service remains paralyzed and explains that the technical and organizational problems detected after the accident prevent the resumption of train circulation as planned, for now

Some drivers reported for duty, but they refused to operate the trains, considering that there are not enough safety guarantees in the infrastructure.

Given the continued suspension, Rodalies has recommended that users plan their journeys using alternative means of transport and has increased the frequency of buses and Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat (FGC) to mitigate the effects of the disruption. 

The service suspension has affected passengers who regularly use Rodalies, and the lack of a specific resumption date has increased the sense of uncertainty.

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