Disruption between Axminster and Pinhoe expected until 22:00

Following trespass on the railway between Feniton and Pinhoe the line is now open.

What's Going On

Train services running through these stations are returning to normal but some services may still be cancelled, delayed or revised.  Disruption is expected until 22:00.

What We're Doing About It

We were informed of a trespasser on the railway between Feniton and Pinhoe. Teams have now assisted the individual to a place of safety and the line is open.

Until further notice the following alterations will be necessary:

• Trains will not run between Honiton and Exeter St Davids. 

To assist you with your journey your ticket will be accepted, at no extra cost to yourself, on the following services:

• Great Western Railway services between Exeter St Davids and London Paddington and between Reading and Basingstoke.
• CrossCountry services between Reading and Basingstoke. 
• Stagecoach Buses on routes 9 and 44A.

South Western Railway have requested replacement buses to run on the following routes:

• Between Honiton and Exeter St Davids, calling at all stations. 

Due to the disruption, customers are authorised to book their own taxi to travel between Exeter, Salisbury and Basingstoke.

In order to claim a refund you will need to provide:

- Your full contact details

- Proof of a valid ticket

- Receipt for the taxi

Please email these details to customerrelations@swrailway.com

For further information or onward travel advice please speak to a member of staff or use a station help point.

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 information, please use this page.

You can find the location of your replacement bus by checking station signs or by searching for your station on our station information pages.

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.