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No trains between Exeter Central and Barnstaple until approximately 16:00 

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Incident reported: Sunday 26 October 2025 at 10:48

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Last updated

Sunday 26 October 2025 at 12:38

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Exeter Central and Barnstaple

Description

The emergency services are dealing with an incident between Eggesford and Barnstaple. Whilst they do their work, all lines are closed. Trains running between Exeter Central and Barnstaple will be cancelled.

Disruption is expected until approximately 16:00.

Do not travel, there are no trains or replacement buses running.

Customer advice:

Great Western Railway are struggling to source replacement transport, suppliers in the area have nothing available.

It is advised that you do not attempt to travel on this route as the train service is suspended and Great Western Railway cannot source replacement transport.

If you're already travelling when disruption happens, Great Western Railway will get you where you need to go. If you miss the last train of the day due to cancellation or because another train was delayed, they won’t leave you stranded.

Check before you travel:

You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.

Compensation:

You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.