Fire at Paignton Station Disrupts Rail Services
A significant fire broke out at Paignton train station in Devon on Tuesday morning, July 21, 2026, causing major disruption to Great Western Railway (GWR) services. Train services to and from the station have been cancelled or suspended between Newton Abbot and Paignton, leaving stations at Torre, Torquay, and Paignton without service.
GWR has advised passengers that delays are expected until at least 2pm. An eyewitness told DevonLive that the fire had started at the train station, though the cause is not yet known. Emergency services are on the scene, and passengers are urged to seek alternative travel arrangements.
Impact on Travel and Commuters
The blaze has sparked widespread travel chaos for commuters and holidaymakers in the popular Devon coastal area. GWR has not provided a timeline for when normal service will resume beyond the 2pm estimate. Passengers are advised to check the GWR website or app for live updates.
This is a breaking news story, and more updates are expected to follow. Our coverage will continue to provide the latest information on the situation.
