Upcoming Train Schedule Adjustments Due to High-Speed Rail Work

Temporary Modifications to Train Operations

The National Office of Railways has announced that there will be temporary adjustments to train operations in the coming weeks, driven by the ongoing construction of the high-speed rail line between Kenitra and Marrakech, as well as concurrent works on regular lines. According to the office's statement, these measures, necessitated by the advancement of the infrastructure projects, aim to facilitate the acceleration of work while ensuring safety and maintaining service continuity under the best possible conditions.

Details of the Adjustments

These modifications will be implemented in two phases. The first phase includes short-term adjustments scheduled for September 5 and 6, 2026. Specifically, construction activities set to begin on Saturday, September 5 at 11 PM and continue until Sunday, September 6 at 11 PM, will lead to changes in train operations across several lines. To ensure continued travel for affected passengers, the National Office of Railways will provide alternative solutions and arrangements as follows: a reduced route for the rapid shuttle train (TNR) from El Jadida, which will now terminate at Bouskoura, with onward connections available via the Atlas trains; the temporary suspension of service for the rapid shuttle train from Settat, redirecting travelers to the Atlas trains; a temporary halt in rail service for the airport shuttle train, which will be replaced by Superatour bus services; the direct train link between Safi and Casablanca will also be suspended; the route of trains from Khouribga will be shortened to terminate at Berrechid, with onward connections via Atlas trains; and adjustments to the schedule, including delays for Atlas trains.

During this period, the office will enhance its information and support systems to keep passengers informed in a timely manner, guiding them and facilitating their travel. As for the second phase, a new transport program is set to be implemented starting September 14, 2026. Following the initial phase that began on September 15, 2025, the high-speed rail line project between Kenitra and Marrakech will enter a new phase starting September 14, 2026.

This new transport plan has been devised to align train operations with the constraints of the construction work while ensuring service continuity and minimizing disruption to passengers' travel. The program will include modifications to certain lines, changes in schedules, and a reduction in some routes, along with the gradual closure of specific stations, including the Colleges station and the Nassim station. To enable passengers to plan their trips in advance, the National Office of Railways will announce details of these modifications and the expected impacts on various routes starting the week of September 7, 2026.

Furthermore, communication tools will be provided at stations, on trains, and through the digital channels of the office to ensure that clear and up-to-date information is available. These projects are part of a dynamic initiative to modernize, develop, and transform the national rail network to support a more efficient, sustainable transport system that meets future demands.

In conclusion, the statement emphasized that for any additional information, passengers should check their train schedules prior to travel through the official channels of the National Office of Railways, which include the commercial website: "www.oncf-voyages.ma", the mobile app "ONCF Voyages", and the customer relations center: 2255 (local calling rate), along with the smart assistant M'ONCF at (06.67.65.22.55).

As reported by maroc24.com.