High-Speed Rail Loses Travelers in Spain

Spain's high-speed rail network experienced a decline in passenger numbers on the Madrid-Barcelona route for the first time since Renfe's liberalization in 2020. This decrease, totaling 5.3% in the last quarter of 2025, coincided with the absence of new trains and rising ticket prices. The trend raises concerns about the future of high-speed travel in Spain and the impact of increased competition.

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