Spain train crash LIVE: Over 30 dead after two trains collide in Toledo
Madrid: More than 30 people were killed after two high-speed trains collided in Spain on Wednesday, prompting the suspension of rail services on the line connecting Madrid with the southern Andalusia region, rail operator Adif said.
The collision involved a Renfe AVE train and an Iryo train travelling from Madrid to Seville. The incident occurred shortly after 9 am local time between the towns of Mora and Orgaz in the Castilla-La Mancha region, causing two carriages of the Iryo train to derail, a regional government spokesperson said.
The cause of the collision and the number of people injured were still being determined, according to the spokesperson.
Manuel Galan, the mayor of Urda, near Toledo, said emergency services had asked him to prepare a local sports hall to accommodate the injured.
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King Felipe VI cuts short Valencia visit to monitor Spain train crash response
According to RTVE, King Felipe VI expressed solidarity with the victims of the train accident in Urda, Toledo, and the emergency teams responding to the tragedy. The monarch said he was returning to Madrid to continue monitoring the emergency.
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Map shows location of Spain train crash
One of the trains involved was travelling from Madrid to Seville when the collision occurred between Los Yébenes and Urda in Spain’s Toledo province. Rail operator Adif placed the crash site between the towns of Mora and Orgaz in the Castilla-La Mancha region. The map below shows the location.
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Spanish media: One of the trains was reportedly stationary at the time of the crash
Spanish media reports that one of the trains was stationary at the time of the collision near Toledo. Castilla-La Mancha regional government spokesperson Esther Padilla said several carriages plunged down an embankment.
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Italian PM Giorgia Meloni expresses solidarity with Spain
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed solidarity with Spain following the train accident near Toledo, offering condolences to victims’ families and support to the injured and emergency teams involved in rescue operations.
In queste ore così difficili, il Governo italiano è vicino alla Spagna e al popolo spagnolo per il drammatico incidente ferroviario avvenuto nei pressi di Toledo.I miei pensieri e quelli di tutto il nostro Governo vanno ai familiari delle vittime, ai feriti e a quanti stanno lavorando senza sosta nelle operazioni di soccorso.
— Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) October 28, 2026 -
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Spanish royal family expresses condolences
Spain’s Royal Family expressed grief over the Toledo train accident, offering condolences to victims’ families and support to the injured and emergency responders.
Estamos conmovidos y preocupados por el accidente ferroviario en Urda (Toledo). Acompañamos en su tristeza a las familias y seres queridos de los fallecidos y enviamos nuestro cariño a los heridos y personas afectadas.Nuestro apoyo también a los equipos de emergencia y a todos los que están trabajando en la zona para ayudar en lo posible en estas circunstancias.
— Casa de S.M. el Rey (@CasaReal) October 28, 2026 -
Europe mourns with you, says Ursula von der Leyen
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed solidarity with the victims’ families and loved ones following the deadly collision between two high-speed trains in Toledo, Spain, saying Europe mourns with them.
Just received the devastating news from Toledo on the collision of two high-speed trains.My heart goes out to the victims’ families and loved ones.Today, Europe mourns with you.
— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) October 28, 2026 -
Sevilla FC mourns victims of deadly Toledo train accident
Spanish football club Sevilla FC has expressed condolences to the families and friends of those killed in Wednesday’s train accident in Toledo and wished those injured a speedy recovery, paying tribute to the victims with the message, “Rest in peace.”
El Sevilla FC desea enviar sus condolencias a los familiares y amigos de los fallecidos en el trágico accidente de tren producido este miércoles en la provincia de Toledo y desea una pronta recuperación a las personas que han resultado heridas. Descansen en paz. https://t.co/HYKudZZAj8
— Sevilla Fútbol Club (@SevillaFC) October 28, 2026 -
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FC Barcelona expresses condolences to victims of Toledo train crash
FC Barcelona has expressed its deepest condolences to the victims of the train accident between Los Yébenes and Urda in Toledo. The club also extended its solidarity to the victims’ families and friends and wished those injured a speedy recovery.
El FC Barcelona expressa el seu més sentit condol per les víctimes del greu accident ferroviari ocorregut entre Los Yébenes i Urda (Toledo).El Club vol fer arribar el seu suport i solidaritat als familiars i amics de les víctimes, així com desitjar una ràpida recuperació a totes les persones ferides.
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona_cat) October 28, 2026 -
Madrid issues urgent blood donation appeal after Spain train crash
Centro de Transfusión de la Comunidad de Madrid (Madrid Community Blood Transfusion Centre) has issued an urgent appeal for donations from all blood groups amid concerns over a possible surge in demand for medical care due to the accident.
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544 passengers were aboard Iryo and AVE trains, regional official says
Esther Padilla, spokesperson for the Castilla-La Mancha regional government, confirmed to Radio 5 that 147 passengers were aboard the Iryo train and 397 on the AVE train involved in the collision.
The mayor of the nearby town of Urda, Manuel Galáns, told Spanish state broadcaster TVE that passengers had been injured. Photo: @KlaxonWire/X -
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Spain’s Health minister Mónica García coordinates with regional authorities
Spain’s Ministry of Health said it had contacted the governments of Castilla-La Mancha and the Community of Madrid to offer support following the train accident. The ministry said it was prepared to work with regional authorities to provide medical care to the injured.
“Nos hemos puesto en contacto con los gobiernos de Castilla-La Mancha y la Comunidad de Madrid para poner a disposición todas las instituciones y servicios.Estamos preparados en colaboración con las CCAA para atender a los heridos” https://t.co/BjSGYa9dHw
— Ministerio de Sanidad (@sanidadgob) October 28, 2026 -
Spain’s health ministry closely monitors aftermath
Spain’s Ministry of Health said it was closely monitoring the train accident in Los Yébenes in coordination with authorities to ensure necessary resources were available. Health Minister Mónica García has suspended her entire institutional agenda in view of the seriousness of the situation.
Seguimos pendientes de la evolución del accidente ferroviario de Los Yébenes en estrecha coordinación con las autoridades para poner a disposición todos los recursos necesarios.La ministra Mónica García ha suspendido toda su agenda institucional ante la gravedad de la situación
— Ministerio de Sanidad (@sanidadgob) October 28, 2026 -
Iryo cancels southern corridor services from Madrid’s Atocha station
Rail operator Iryo has cancelled all services departing Atocha for the southern corridor after a train accident in Toledo. In a statement posted on X, the company said that all emergency protocols have been activated and that it was working closely with authorities to manage the situation.
COMUNICADO OFICIAL: https://t.co/uuvRsvDUyU
— iryo.eu (@iryo_eu) October 28, 2026 -
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Spain PM Pedro Sánchez expresses solidarity with victims of Toledo train crash
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed shock over the train accident in Toledo, saying he was in constant contact with the transport minister and the president of Castilla-La Mancha. In a post on X, he said emergency services were assisting those affected and extended his solidarity and support to the victims and their families.
Consternado ante el grave accidente de trenes en Toledo. Permanezco en constante contacto con el ministro de Transportes, @oscar_puente_, y con el presidente de Castilla-La Mancha, @garciapage. Los servicios de emergencia están trabajando sobre el terreno para atender a las personas afectadas y garantizar su seguridad, en coordinación con todas las administraciones implicadas.Mi cariño, solidaridad y apoyo a todas las víctimas y sus familias.
— Pedro Sánchez (@sanchezcastejon) October 28, 2026 -
Renfe sets up helpline for victims and their families
Spanish rail operator Renfe has activated a dedicated helpline, 900 10 10 20, under its assistance plan for victims of railway accidents and their families. The operator has urged the public not to use the number for other enquiries or procedures.
⚠️ACCIDENTE URDA: Renfe ha habilitado el teléfono 𝟵𝟬𝟬 𝟭𝟬 𝟭𝟬 𝟮𝟬, dentro del Plan de Asistencia a las Víctimas de Accidentes Ferroviarios y sus Familiares. Rogamos que para cualquier otra gestión o petición de información se evite llamar a este número.
— Renfe (@Renfe) October 28, 2026 -
Spain election candidate Irene Montero expresses concern over Toledo train crash
Podemos candidate Irene Montero expressed concern over the serious train accident in Toledo. In a post on X, she wrote: “There is great concern following the serious train accident in Toledo that has just been reported. The top priority now is the well-being of those affected and their families. Let's cooperate fully with the emergency services and stay tuned to official information.”
Mucha preocupación por el grave accidente de tren en Toledo que se acaba de dar a conocer. La máxima prioridad ahora son las personas afectadas y sus familias. Facilitemos el trabajo a los servicios de emergencias y estemos atentas a la información oficial.
— Irene Montero (@IreneMontero) October 28, 2026 -
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