Renfe Delays Fuel Comedian's Outrage: A High-Speed Rail Headache

Renfe Delays Spark Outrage: Comedian Jorge de Los Morancos Highlights Ongoing Problems Spain's high-speed rail service, Renfe, is facing renewed criticism after comedian Jorge de Los Morancos shared his experience of repeated delays on AVE lines. In a short video posted to social media by ABC de Sevilla, Morancos humorously, yet pointedly, details his frustrations. "The person responsible is really messing this up," he states, referring to the persistent issues with punctuality. Morancos's complaints aren't isolated incidents. He describes being trapped on a train for over twelve hours during a recent national power outage. He also mentions a separate incident where he had to wait for extensive cleaning of the train before departure. These experiences reflect the broader issues faced by Renfe passengers, who often encounter unexpected and lengthy delays. While Renfe hasn't yet issued an official statement directly addressing Morancos's complaints, the video has generated significant online discussion, highlighting the need for improvements in Spain's high-speed rail system and prompting calls for greater transparency and accountability from Renfe. The comedian's humorous approach has brought attention to a serious issue, sparking a much-needed conversation about passenger rights and service reliability.