Frequently asked questions about baggage on trains | Iryo

See the terms and conditions of the luggage policy here. 

Pushchairs must be folded and stored properly as instructed by train staff. A foldable pushchair is included on baby tickets, it is not necessary to add on an additional piece of luggage.

Access to the train is only permitted with a bicycle, provided that it is disassembled, contained in a bag or suitcase suitable for transport and locked. The bicycle is considered as a piece of luggage in the luggage policy and must therefore comply with the maximum dimensions allowed for luggage on the train. Carriers are responsible for loading and unloading packages containing bicycles, for their safekeeping and supervision during the journey to ensure the safety and comfort of other passengers and for any possible damage that bicycles may cause to third parties or to the train.

The transport of motorless or electric scooters and electric bicycles on board iryo trains is not permitted. 

Can I bring ski equipment?

Skis and ski equipment are permitted so long as they are folded and stored in the special bag for this type of equipment. The limit per person is one pair of skis and equipment for each traveller.

Can I bring golf clubs?

Golf clubs carried in a golf bag are permitted. The limit per person is one golf bag per traveller.

Can I take musical instruments?

Musical instruments are permitted on board so long as they are within the dimensions of the luggage included for each ticket. (Hand luggage: 36x27x15cm, cabin bag: 55x35x25cm and large bag: 70x55x35cm). If it does not fall within these dimensions, the musical instrument cannot be brought on board. 

Can I bring boxes?

Neither boxes nor electrical appliances may be brought onto the train. 

Firearms and other devices which launch projectiles:
•    Firearms without a license and certificate of ownership.
•    Toy guns, reproductions of firearms and imitation firearms which may be mistaken for real firearms.
•    Guns which use compressed air or CO2 such as pellet or BB pistols and rifles.
•    Flare guns and starter or signal guns.
•    Crossbows, bows and arrows.
•    Harpoons and spearguns.
•    Paintball guns etc.   

Blunt objects likely to be pose risk to the physical health of persons
•    Batons, truncheons.
•    Martial arts equipment (metal knuckles, nunchucks, kubatons, etc.), etc.

Sharp or pointed objects:
•    Sword-sticks.
•    Daggers.
•    Switchblades.
•    Blades and knives with a blade longer than 6cm.
•    Sabres, swords, machetes.
•    Scissors with blades longer than 6cm from the axis, etc.

Explosive, flammable, chemical or toxic substances:
•    Ammunition, except for that which is carried in the weapon's magazines by members of the Security Forces, the Armed Forces, the CNI and holders of a type B firearms licence.
•    Explosives.
•    Detonators.
•    Gas and gas cylinders.
•    Paint sprayers.
•    Mines, grenade and other similar explosives of military use.
•    Flammable liquids.
•    Pressurised containers, etc.

For more information, see ADIF restrictions.

What do I do if my luggage has disappeared?

ADIF has a network of offices available at the main stations where you can go to claim your lost property.

What do I do if my luggage has been stolen at the station?

If the traveller is sure that their luggage has been stolen, they should go to the police station in the station (Atocha and Sants) or the closest one to report it.