The deadliest train accidents in Spain

Spain's railway history has been marked by numerous tragic accidents, with 2026 witnessing some of the deadliest incidents. The recent collision in Urda, Toledo, involved two high-speed trains, resulting in multiple fatalities. Earlier in the year, a crash in Córdoba claimed 46 lives. Historical accidents include the 1944 Madrid collision with 78 confirmed deaths, and the 1970 Vizcaya crash that killed 33. Other significant incidents occurred in Barcelona, Zaragoza, and Valencia, highlighting the ongoing challenges of railway safety in Spain.