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Bilbao Metro Suffers New Suspension After Rush-Hour Breakdown

The operator cites a recurring technical fault, with sections closed and delays spreading across the network.

Overview

  • After a morning failure stopped a train between San Ignacio and Sarriko, service was suspended on the Indautxu–San Ignacio and Cruces–San Ignacio stretches to allow crews to work on the incident area.
  • Service was restored around 10:00 a.m., though accumulated delays continued to affect operations following the reopening.
  • In the afternoon, Metro Bilbao reported fresh network-wide delays and halted service between Leioa and Indautxu and between Cruces and San Ignacio as the morning issue reappeared.
  • El Correo reports the latest disruption appears to involve the catenary, according to Metro Bilbao sources, with trains halted, some stations cleared, and partial turnbacks implemented.
  • Announcements attributed the cuts to technical reasons and staff directed passengers to alternatives, leading many to crowd buses and taxis during peak travel periods.