The resumption of the service, after a two-day stoppage, was characterized by low passenger numbers, especially at stations like Reus, where platforms were empty at noon. The most notable incident occurred on the R-15 line, where the stretch between Riba-roja d'Ebre and Reus had to be covered by an alternative bus service.
“"When I arrived at Marçà station, I found that the train was not coming, I called and they told me I had to take a bus to Reus."
This situation affected passengers like Maria Isabel, a resident of Falset, who was traveling to a course in Barcelona. Although Renfe had enabled the bus service, she had to rely on a friend to drive her to Reus in time. The passenger regretted the incidents and criticized the drivers' strike, considering the train an essential public service.
However, other users were more understanding of the reasons for the stoppage. Erika Zambrano, a regular user of the Reus-Tarragona line, defended the drivers' right to protest for their safety. Similarly, Carla, from Botarell, stressed that demonstrations are necessary to ensure good track maintenance.
“"It affected me fully because I had to wait, but I prefer to stay here for a week than suffer an accident on the train. If the service has to stop for our safety, I think it's fine."
Eric, an Architecture student from Barcelona who had to spend the night in Baix Camp for a makeup exam, shared this view, although he expressed being “fed up” with frequent problems and delays. Ona, another student, concluded with a strong criticism of the service's reliability: “It always arrives late, I haven't experienced anything different.”
