No trains between Eggesford and Barnstaple until approximately 17:30
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Sunday 16 August 2026 at 13:39
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Last updated
Sunday 16 August 2026 at 13:50
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Exeter Central and Barnstaple
Description
A safety inspection of the track is taking place at Eggesford, meaning that the line is blocked. As a result, trains are unable to run between Eggesford and Barnstaple so will be revised to run between Exeter Central and Eggesford only.
Disruption is expected until 17:30.
Customer advice:
Rail replacement transport has been requested to run between Exeter St Davids and Barnstaple. This has not yet been confirmed.
Check before you travel:
You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.
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.
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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