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The new Okehampton Interchange station takes shape, with the platform and 200-space car park nearing completion. (Credit: West Devon Borough Council)
Construction of the new Okehampton Interchange station is beginning to take shape, one year after major work started on the site.
The project is designed to increase passenger numbers on the railway line between Okehampton and Exeter by providing a new strategic access point for West Devon.
Work is currently continuing on the main station platform and a 200-space car park. Once these structural elements are complete, the construction focus will shift toward the station forecourt.
The final phase of the project involves building a dedicated bus interchange on Hameldown Road, designed to allow for seamless transfers between road and rail.
Key Project Dates
The journey to this point follows several years of planning:
Regional impact
The new interchange is expected to act as a "park and ride" facility for the A30 corridor, reducing traffic into Exeter city centre.
By linking the station directly to local bus routes on Hameldown Road, the project aims to make the Dartmoor Line accessible to a wider catchment area, including North Cornwall and Torridge.
The station is on track to welcome its first passengers this summer.
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