Spain's Renfe Sets July Date for New High-Speed Trains to France

Key Points

• Renfe will launch high-speed train services from Barcelona to Lyon and Madrid to Marseille in July, initially operating four days a week.
• Travel times for the new routes are under five hours for Barcelona-Lyon and over eight hours for Madrid-Marseille.
• Growing environmental concerns in Europe may drive more travelers to choose trains over flights for these routes.

Summary

Renfe, Spain's rail operator, is set to launch new high-speed train services between Barcelona and Lyon, and Madrid and Marseille in July. Initially operating four days a week, these routes will expand to daily service by September and October. Despite longer travel times compared to flights, environmental concerns in Europe could encourage more travelers to opt for train travel.