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18:36 London Paddington to Taunton

Due Exp London Paddington 18:36 On Time

Pewsey 19:37 On Time

Problems

This train may be affected by the following route problem

Cancellations to services between Exeter St Davids and Taunton

Due to a points failure at Exeter St Davids some lines are blocked. Disruption is expected until 18:30 24/05.

Train services between Exeter St Davids and Taunton may be cancelled, delayed or revised.

Customer Advice

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What has happened?
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There has been a points failure in the Exeter St Davids area. A points failure is a fault with the movable pieces of track that enable trains to change tracks.
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What are we doing about it?
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We are working with Network Rail to be able to return to running our normal timetable as soon as possible. Network Rail colleagues are already on site and confirm that the Main lines between Exeter St Davids and Taunton will reopen shortly.
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What are your options?
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We are sorry for the disruption to your journey today, these are the current options available to you:
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Option 1: Your ticket can be used, at no extra cost, with the following operators, in both directions on these routes.

Cross Country Trains - Plymouth to Bristol Parkway via Exeter St Davids, Taunton and Bristol Temple Meads

South Western Railway - Exeter St Davids to Salisbury

Option 2: Replacement transport provided by us such as a buses, coaches or taxis, have not been requested at this time. We will continue to monitor the need for this as the situation develops and provide updates here.
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Option 3: If your train is cancelled, you may travel on either of the two services before, or two services after, your original train. If these are peak services or less flexible, you can still travel with your original ticket, at no extra cost.
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Option 4: Consider postponing your journey until our service returns to normal.
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For more information:
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Use the National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to check if a journey by rail is currently possible. If you are at a station please check the live departure boards or speak to a member of station staff.
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Let us help you:
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If you're already travelling when disruption happens, we'll 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, we wont leave you stranded.
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If you require help, further information or would like to provide feedback, to help us improve in the future:
Speak to staff at the station or on the train. Use the Customer Help Point on the platform.
Message us on X @GWRHelp, Facebook Messenger @gwruk, Instagram @gwruk or WhatsApp 07890 608043. Our team is available daily between 06:00 and 23:00 Monday to Friday and 07:00 to 23:00 Saturday and Sunday.
Call our Customer Support team on 03457 000 125, who are available between 08:00 and 20:00 Monday to Friday and 09:00 to 17:00 Saturday and Sunday, or National Rail Enquiries on 03457 484 950, who are available 24 hours a day.
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Delay Repay:
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If you arrive at your destination 15 or more minutes late because your GWR train was delayed or cancelled, you can apply for Delay Repay compensation. Please keep your ticket and visit GWR.com/DelayRepay
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Last Updated: 24/05/2026 17:07

Cancellations to services between Reading and Newbury

Due to a fault with the signalling system between Reading and Newbury some lines are blocked.

Train services running to and from these stations will be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

Customer Advice

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What has happened?
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There is a fault with the signalling system between Reading to Newbury area. The signalling system is how trains are kept a safe distance apart and directed onto the various lines along their journey. When there is a fault with the signalling system trains may need to stop at the affected signals so that the Driver can speak to the Signaller to confirm if the track ahead is clear.
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What are we doing about it?
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We are working with Network Rail gather more information about this to understand how this will affect our services.
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What are your options?
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We are sorry for the disruption to your journey today, these are the current options available to you:
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Option 1: GWR passengers can travel at no extra charge with Reading Buses (Reading Transport Limited)
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jetBlack 1 Newbury (Wharf), Thatcham (Cropper Close), Midgham (The Angel PH), Aldermaston
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Option 1: If your train is cancelled, you may travel on either of the two services before, or two services after, your original train. If these are peak services or less flexible, you can still travel with your original ticket, at no extra cost.
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Option 2: Consider postponing your journey until our service returns to normal.
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For more information:
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Use the National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to check if a journey by rail is currently possible. If you are at a station please check the live departure boards or speak to a member of station staff.
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Let us help you:
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If you're already travelling when disruption happens, we'll 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, we wont leave you stranded.
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If you require help, further information or would like to provide feedback, to help us improve in the future:
Speak to staff at the station or on the train. Use the Customer Help Point on the platform.
Message us on X @GWRHelp, Facebook Messenger @gwruk, Instagram @gwruk or WhatsApp 07890 608043. Our team is available daily between 06:00 and 23:00 Monday to Friday and 07:00 to 23:00 Saturday and Sunday.
Call our Customer Support team on 03457 000 125, who are available between 08:00 and 20:00 Monday to Friday and 09:00 to 17:00 Saturday and Sunday, or National Rail Enquiries on 03457 484 950, who are available 24 hours a day.
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Delay Repay:
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If you arrive at your destination 15 or more minutes late because your GWR train was delayed or cancelled, you can apply for Delay Repay compensation. Please keep your ticket and visit GWR.com/DelayRepay
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Last Updated: 24/05/2026 16:58

boards for 18:36 departure from London Paddington
	Due	Station	Expected
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	18:36	London Paddington	On Time
	18:59	Reading	On Time
	19:15	Newbury	On Time
	19:24	Hungerford	On Time
	19:37	Pewsey	On Time
Subsequent Stations
	19:55	Westbury	On Time
	20:13	Castle Cary	On Time
	20:35	Taunton	On Time
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17:38 Pewsey from London Paddington

Due Exp London Paddington 16:36 On Time

Pewsey 17:38 Not Stopping

Problems

Alterations to this service are due to a points failure.

Further Information

If you require further information please speak to our staff at the station or on the train, use the Customer Help Point, message us on X @GWRHelp or call National Rail Enquiries on 03457 484 950. If you arrive at your destination 15 or more minutes late because your GWR train was delayed or cancelled, you can claim Delay Repay compensation. Please keep your ticket and visit GWR.com/DelayRepay

This train may be affected by the following route problem

Cancellations to services between Exeter St Davids and Taunton

Due to a points failure at Exeter St Davids some lines are blocked. Disruption is expected until 18:30 24/05.

Train services between Exeter St Davids and Taunton may be cancelled, delayed or revised.

Customer Advice

Last Updated: 24/05/2026 17:07

Cancellations to services between Reading and Newbury

Due to a fault with the signalling system between Reading and Newbury some lines are blocked.

Train services running to and from these stations will be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

Customer Advice

Last Updated: 24/05/2026 16:58

boards for 17:38 arrival at Pewsey
	Due	Station	Expected
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	16:36	London Paddington	On Time
	17:02	Reading	On Time

	17:17	Newbury	Cancelled
	17:26	Hungerford	Cancelled
	17:39	Pewsey	Cancelled
Subsequent Stations
	17:55	Westbury	18:15
	18:15	Castle Cary	18:32
	18:37	Taunton	18:52
	19:02	Exeter St Davids	19:16
	19:23	Newton Abbot	19:35
	19:35	Totnes	19:46
	19:50	Ivybridge	20:01
	20:05	Plymouth	20:14
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