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Buses replace trains between Exeter St Davids and Okehampton / Barnstaple from Saturday 21 to Sunday 29 March 

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Engineering work details

Starts Saturday 21 March 2026 to Sunday 29 March 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Great Western Railway between Exmouth / Exeter Central / Exeter St Davids and Barnstaple, and between Exeter Central / Exeter St Davids and Okehampton

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Exeter St Davids and Okehampton / Barnstaple, closing all lines.

Buses will replace trains between:

  • Exeter St Davids and Okehampton

  • Exeter St Davids and Barnstaple (not calling at Yeoford)

  • Crediton and Yeoford (minibus)

Check before you travel:

You can plan your journey using the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner

Replacement bus travel advice:

For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.

You can find the pick-up and set-down location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.

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