Spanish railway map, simplified...

[Friend from Barquinha]

According to a Spanish commentator, this isn't exactly up to date, but it's the Renfe website network map as currently posted. And apparently very difficult to find on their website.

Some may find it useful.



Website link for pdf (clearer, and expandable):

https://www.renfe.com/content/dam/renfe/es/viajeros/secciones/pdf/mapa_general_ServiocioPublico.pdf

(I think the non-up-to-date parts may relate to some high-speed links that have been upgraded to such since the map was made. For instance, last year I think I recall that we went all the way from Madrid to Ourense via high-speed.)


Bon camino!

 

[TravellingMan22]

According to a Spanish commentator, this isn't exactly up to date, but it's the Renfe website network map as currently posted. And apparently very difficult to find on their website.

Some may find it useful.

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Bon camino!

Thank you! Not seen that before!!

 

[Flog]

That looks a very useful map! Unfortunately it won't open in a PDF for me, says file corrupt? It could be this useless phone of mine, of course..

 

[Bradypus]

That looks a very useful map! Unfortunately it won't open in a PDF for me, says file corrupt? It could be this useless phone of mine, of course..

Just tried the link and it works fine on my Android phone

 

[J Willhaus]

That looks a very useful map! Unfortunately it won't open in a PDF for me, says file corrupt? It could be this useless phone of mine, of course..

It didn't work for me either @Flog. Maybe something blocking it on my computer?

 

[oursonpolaire]

The map misses the rail link (by FEVE) between Bilbao and Donostia/San Sebastian.

 

[Flog]

I'll save the link and try open another time, definitely something I will use in the future, thanks!

 

[C clearly]

I find that map very helpful and have it bookmarked on my browser!

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

That looks a very useful map! Unfortunately it won't open in a PDF for me, says file corrupt? It could be this useless phone of mine, of course..

I tried it with a couple of browsers with my Android 14 phone. It downloaded each time but the file size is only 6 bytes so it's a corrupted file and unable to be displayed.

 

[Bradypus]

I tried it with a couple of browsers with my Android 14 phone. It downloaded each time but the file size is only 6 bytes so it's a corrupted file and unable to be displayed.

Strange - it downloaded and displays ok on my Android 12 phone. A 1.51Mb file.

 

[J Willhaus]

Renfe line maps

Maps of AVE (high-speed), Larga Distancia (long-distance) and Media Distancia (mid-distance) line maps

www.renfe.com

I think the map might be from this page? I get the same error message when I try to download it.

 

[islandwalker]

It opened perfectly for me on my computer the first time I clicked on the link. I bookmarked it because it looked so handy. And then when I tried to show it to someone else a few minutes later, neither my bookmarked link nor the the original link above would open. Strange...

 

[Tincatinker]

RENFE-FEVE’s line map has disappeared again. I’ve no doubt it will reappear, or be findable by anyone willing to spend a fortnight tracking it down. At present anyone planning to use the FEVE is advised to go to the station and wait. Anyone planning to use any other part of the RENFE network is advised to try RENFE’s website, unless they’re in a hurry or suffer from ADHD in which case, frankly, you’re b*ggered.

 

[Rick of Rick and Peg]

It opened perfectly for me on my computer the first time I clicked on the link. I bookmarked it because it looked so handy. And then when I tried to show it to someone else a few minutes later, neither my bookmarked link nor the the original link above would open. Strange...

So, it's your fault!

I've since tried other tricks and browsers but I haven't had any luck.

 

[Friend from Barquinha]

Renfe line maps

Maps of AVE (high-speed), Larga Distancia (long-distance) and Media Distancia (mid-distance) line maps

www.renfe.com

I think the map might be from this page? I get the same error message when I try to download it.

I just tried it again, and I get the error message as well.

Oh well...the long-distance map on the same page, that isn't a PDF, is just fine!

At least the potential is there...maybe contacting Renfe would help?

 

[Jeff Crawley]

The map misses the rail link (by FEVE) between Bilbao and Donostia/San Sebastian.

Probably because there isn't a FEVE line between those cities?

You can, however, catch the Euskotren E1 service.

Euskotren.eus

 

[Flog]

Probably because there isn't a FEVE line between those cities?

You can, however, catch the Euskotren E1 service.

Euskotren.eus

The narrow guage FEVE trains run in several sections between Ferrol and Bilbao, closely following much of the Camino del Norte. If you aren't in a hurry, it's a wonderful, scenic way to travel across Northern Spain..

 

[Jeff Crawley]

The narrow guage FEVE trains run in several sections between Ferrol and Bilbao, closely following much of the Camino del Norte. If you aren't in a hurry, it's a wonderful, scenic way to travel across Northern Spain..

I know, I spent a joyous two weeks in June this year bunny-hopping along it - best €50 I've spent in a long time.

 

[Gerard Griffin]

Great map and thread. Thanks folks

 

[pjacobi]

Before the Internet, I travel with a hardcopy of Thomas Cook European Rail Timetable. It's still in print and might be useful if you are unfamiliar with the European rail network.


-Paul

 

[Jeff Crawley]

On the subject of rail maps these might be of use. Scanned from Rail Map Europe (ISBN 978-1-8384080-0-8) dated April 2023. Sorry it's segmented but the whole map is 90 x 70cms and a pain to try and scan on an A4 scanner.
Fragile too. Day 2 of a 2 week trip had me scrabbling to source fixo tape.
Enjoy.

 

[oursonpolaire]

Probably because there isn't a FEVE line between those cities?

You can, however, catch the Euskotren E1 service.

Euskotren.eus

Of course, any of my references to FEVE should have properly called it the former FEVE as FEVE has not existed as such since 2012; its Basque services are run by Euskotren and Metro Bilbao, its Catalan services to Ferrocarils de la Generalitat, and other services by the Valencian, Majorcan, and Madrid authorities. I was only surprised to see that the map omitted that stretch of the line as I have definitely been on that train.

Those who might like to take the line the whole way or for a good length of it should note that there doesn't seem to be café services, let alone a restaurant car, so pack your food and drink for the journey.

 

[JeanneClaire]

The narrow guage FEVE trains run in several sections between Ferrol and Bilbao, closely following much of the Camino del Norte. If you aren't in a hurry, it's a wonderful, scenic way to travel across Northern Spain..

I took the FEVE this fall between Ferrol and Bilbao, saw so many great small towns and scenery, highly recommended!

 

[Jeff Crawley]

Of course, any of my references to FEVE should have properly called it the former FEVE as FEVE has not existed as such since 2012; its Basque services are run by Euskotren and Metro Bilbao, its Catalan services to Ferrocarils de la Generalitat, and other services by the Valencian, Majorcan, and Madrid authorities. I was only surprised to see that the map omitted that stretch of the line as I have definitely been on that train.

Those who might like to take the line the whole way or for a good length of it should note that there doesn't seem to be café services, let alone a restaurant car, so pack your food and drink for the journey.

It's just that the news hasn't sunk in yet (photo taken June 11th this year).

No food or drink available but the crews seem to take regular cigarette breaks!
Gives then a change to stretch their legs I suppose.

 

[Corned Beef]

Just a thought ......

Renfe run the trains in the main but ADIF run the stations. So you can see the entrance/exit points i.e. stations here. Also the ADIF app is very useful in that it mimics the arrivals/departure boards at the stations.

https://www.adif.es/static-data/mapa/index.html

Now if you really want to be a rail anorak (does this translate?) you can get the rail gauges here.

OpenRailwayMap

OpenRailwayMap - An OpenStreetMap-based project for creating a map of the world's railway infrastructure.

www.openrailwaymap.org

Or if you want to be a super nerd and check what power lines you can see from the train, why not check this one out if you want to while away the time on a journey

Open Infrastructure Map

Map of the world's electricity, telecoms, oil, and gas infrastructure, using data from OpenStreetMap

openinframap.org

(I must have too much time on my hands)

 

[BenoitCamino]

I just tried it again, and I get the error message as well.

Oh well...the long-distance map on the same page, that isn't a PDF, is just fine!

At least the potential is there...maybe contacting Renfe would help?

Just stumbled onto this useful thread, months later, in September of 2024.
Yes, the original link has issues for certain browsers. So I took the PDF file name, and used google to search for it only using "site:renfe.com" and found the still very useful PDF with this slightly modified link:

https://www.renfe.com/content/dam/renfe/es/Viajeros/Secciones/pdf/mapa_general_ServiocioPublico.pdf?0=

Hope this helps as it helped me.
Benoit

 

[Pilgrim9]

The map misses the rail link (by FEVE) between Bilbao and Donostia/San Sebastian.

I speculate that that line is owned by a different railway company.

 

[oursonpolaire]

I speculate that that line is owned by a different railway company.

One would think so, but it is actually owned by the Spanish state through Renfe-- its hardware (tracks etc) owned by Adif (part of Renfe), and its routes owned by Renfe Operadora. The passenger and freight divisions are separate, but all of these entities are owned by the Spanish state. Some of the northern lines belong to Euskotren, owned by the government of the Basque Lands.

Frankly, the railway map itself is more straightforward than the organizational chart.

 

[hugocast]

When we walked Ingles, we (unexpectedly, long story, issues with car reservation; it doesn't matter anymore) had to bus from Gijón to Ribadeo and catch the train between Ribadeo and Ferrol and it was a gorgeous ride through the seaside towns and the countryside.

It was 6ish hours split between bus and train, so bring a couple bocadillos with you and embrace the espiritu del Camino

Or if you are on a hurry, just fly to A Coruña and bus to Ferrol.

But the ride was actually a highlight of the trip. The scenery and someone else doing the driving going through the woods put us in a great mood.

FWIW, the train between Ribadeo and Ferrol has toilets I didn't check the bus.

 

[KFH]

This is really nice and helpful. I think I'll print it and laminate it.

I am specifically NOT showing this to my buddy, though, because it will push him to plan his complete Spain rail idea and I have agreed to join him if he ever really commits.

 

[Jeff Crawley]

This is really nice and helpful. I think I'll print it and laminate it.

I am specifically NOT showing this to my buddy, though, because it will push him to plan his complete Spain rail idea and I have agreed to join him if he ever really commits.

Riding the rails in Spain is a joy - even when it goes awry. There was a train delay at Palencia last year and it was doubtful that the connection to Oviedo was even possible - had to change at Leon. The train manager sought me out in my seat and promised the train I needed would be on the same platform just ahead of us and would not go without me and a Spanish lady in a similar situation.
Definitely persuade your friend to do the Spanish trip.
Train travel in Europe is generally enjoyable so long as it does not include Deutsche Bahn!

 

[peregrina2000]

Some may find it useful.

This is a great tool for people who get frustrated because the Renfe website cannot put together many trips that require combinations with some of these less important lines. In my experience, if you need more than one or two transfers, Renfe tells you that there’s nothing available. Trainline and the German train site seem to have figured a lot of this out, but for those who like to plan their own routes, this is perfect! It’s almost as great a map as Ivar’s camino map! Thanks, @Friend from Barquinha.