Renfe Operadora (RENFE) is Spain’s state-owned major railway operator; they offer every level of rail service, from local destinations to high-speed InterCity links, to novelty trains like the Medieval Train and the Thermal Train.

The Spanish State railways are under development with a major transformation and modernisation in process on their 15,000 km of railway. The high-speed (300km/h) rail line for Spain’s AVE service between Madrid and Seville became fully operational in 1991. The second high-speed rail line, from Madrid to Barcelona, was completed in 2007.

RENFE also operate the moderate-speed Alaris line between Madrid and Valencia. The Media Distancia network is constantly being updated and travelling times between major cities are coming down all the time.

RENFE also operate commuter trains known as Cercanias in eleven metropolitan areas, including Madrid and Barcelona, where they share the market with another commuter railway operator, FGC.

RENFE are committed to helping the wider community through culture, education and sport. They support many activities, especially those with a special link to the world of railways.

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