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GTFS Importer

Import and display GTFS (General Transit Feed Specification) data for public transit systems.

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Import, manage, and display public transportation data from GTFS feeds on your WordPress website.

Description

GTFS Importer is a comprehensive solution for transit agencies and website owners who want to display public transportation data on their WordPress sites. Using the General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS) standard, this plugin imports transit data and provides powerful tools to display routes, stops, schedules, and maps.

Key Features

  • Easy Import: Upload GTFS ZIP files directly through the WordPress admin interface.
  • Route Management: Display routes with customizable colors and styles.
  • Stop Information: Show stop locations with departure times and accessibility details.
  • Interactive Maps: Display routes and stops on interactive maps using Leaflet.
  • Timetables: Generate schedules and timetables for routes and stops.
  • Real-time Departures: Show next departures at any stop.
  • Trip Planner: Help visitors plan their journeys with an integrated trip planner.
  • REST API: Access transit data through a comprehensive REST API.
  • Multilingual Support: Compatible with WPML and Polylang for multilingual sites.
  • Developer-friendly: Well-documented hooks and filters for customization.

Shortcodes

  • [gtfs_routes] - Display a list of routes
  • [gtfs_stops] - Display a list of stops
  • [gtfs_schedule] - Display a timetable for a route or stop
  • [gtfs_route_map] - Display a route on a map
  • [gtfs_stop_map] - Display stops on a map
  • [gtfs_next_departures] - Display next departures at a stop
  • [gtfs_trip_planner] - Display a trip planning interface

Documentation

For detailed documentation and examples, visit our documentation site.

Installation

  1. Upload the gtfs-importer folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
  2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
  3. Go to GTFS Importer → Settings to configure the plugin.
  4. Go to GTFS Importer → Import to upload your GTFS data.
  5. Use the shortcodes to display transit information on your site.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is GTFS?

The General Transit Feed Specification (GTFS) is a common format for public transportation schedules and associated geographic information. GTFS "feeds" allow public transit agencies to publish their transit data in a format that can be consumed by a wide variety of software applications.

Can I import multiple GTFS feeds?

Yes, you can import multiple GTFS feeds for different transit agencies or service areas. The plugin will keep track of which data belongs to which feed.

Does this plugin support real-time GTFS data (GTFS-RT)?

The current version supports static GTFS data only. Support for GTFS-RT (real-time) is planned for a future release.

How often should I update my GTFS data?

This depends on how frequently your transit agency updates their schedules. Many agencies update their GTFS feeds quarterly, but some update more frequently. We recommend setting up a regular import schedule that matches your agency's update frequency.

Can I customize the appearance of maps and schedules?

Yes, the plugin provides numerous options to customize the appearance of maps, routes, and schedules. You can set custom colors, adjust map settings, and style timetables to match your website's design.

How does the plugin handle performance with large GTFS datasets?

The plugin includes built-in caching and query optimization to ensure good performance even with large datasets. For very large transit systems, we recommend using a caching plugin and ensuring your server meets our recommended requirements.

Screenshots

  1. GTFS Import interface
  2. Route listing page
  3. Stop details with next departures
  4. Interactive route map
  5. Timetable display
  6. Admin settings page

Changelog

1.0.0 (2025-03-15)

  • Initial release

Upgrade Notice

1.0.0

Initial release of GTFS Importer.

Additional Information

For support, feature requests, or to report bugs, please visit our support forum or GitHub repository.