This Tuesday, November 12, no train has been running between Avignon and Marseille via Arles since 8:29 a.m. Indeed, the SNCF alerted its travelers on social networks, explaining that a breakdown of a freight train in Miramas would lead to the interruption of rail traffic between the two cities. Delays and train cancellations are expected until midday, the estimated time traffic will resume.
Traveler alert! We'll have to be patient this morning. This Tuesday, November 12, train traffic between Marseille and Avignon was severely disrupted due to a breakdown on a freight train in Miramas. As a result, no trains are currently running on this route linking Vaucluse to Bouches-du-Rhône, particularly via Arles station.
No train between Avignon and Marseille until midday
SNCF indicates that this temporary interruption could last until midday, when traffic could gradually resume. Delays are therefore expected for trains following the resumption of traffic, as well as cancellations for certain connections. The exact recovery will depend on the time required to free the broken down train or the assistance of a rescue train if the recovery maneuvers are not sufficient.
Faced with this situation, SNCF is mobilizing its teams to inform and support the travelers concerned. Depending on the progress of repair operations, some passengers could be redirected to alternative means of transport such as buses or taxis. Furthermore, in the event of a prolonged delay, additional actions may be considered to guarantee their delivery.
The SNCF therefore recommends to its users to regularly consult the traffic status on the SNCF application or the website, and to consider alternative transport solutions if possible. The information will be updated in real time to provide travelers with the data necessary for their care and to minimize the inconvenience caused by this unforeseen outage.
