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Lines reopened to / from Barnstaple: disruption expected until the end of the day 

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Incident reported: Tuesday 26 May 2026 at 18:12

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Last updated

Tuesday 26 May 2026 at 19:04

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

to / from Barnstaple

Description

Lines have now reopened following a fault with the signalling system between Crediton and Barnstaple.

While service recovers, trains running to / from Barnstaple may still be delayed or revised to terminate and start back from Exeter St Davids.

Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

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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.

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