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Buses replace late night / early morning trains between Exeter St Davids and Exmouth from Monday 19 to Thursday 22 October 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 19 October 2026 to Thursday 22 October 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Great Western Railway between Exeter St Davids and Exmouth

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Exeter St Davids and Exmouth, closing all lines.

As a result, the following trains will not run, and will be replaced by buses:

Monday to Wednesday:

  • The 23:40 Exeter St Davids to Exmouth service

Tuesday to Thursday:

  • The 00:19 Exmouth to Exeter St Davids service*

*If you are using this train to connect with the "Night Riviera" Sleeper services at Exeter St Davids, you should travel by earlier train services.

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 drop-off 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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