A high-speed train derailment in southern Spain has left at least 39 people dead and injured more than 150, according to authorities.

Rail travel in Europe is a common, relatively affordable and convenient way for many Europeans and tourists to travel. Major railway accidents have decreased since 2010, according to the European Union, yet the crash in Spain is a reminder of how deadly they can be when they happen.

Here is a look at some of the most deadly train, tram and subway crashes in Europe in recent years: