GTFS Schedule

The GTFS Schedule dataset contains static timetable information of public transport services in Victoria. The modes included are:

  • All metropolitan and regional trains
  • All metropolitan and regional buses (including coach)
  • All metropolitan trams

It is published in a standardised data format according to the GTFS specification.

Release Notes

DTPs GTFS Release Notes (.docx)

DTPs GTFS Release Notes (.pdf)

Additional Notes

GTFS Schedule now includes additional features for the 'Metro Train' mode. These include:

  • Platform Numbers - New records were added to stops.txt to include the name and location of all 'Metro Train' platforms. In accordance with the GTFS Specification, parent stop records of train stations have also been created.
  • Bus Replacement Stops - New records were added to stops.txt to include the name and location of all 'Metro Train' Bus Replacement stops. Note their 'platform_code' has been designated as 'R-Bus'.
  • Bus Replacement trips - Additional bus replacement trips information has been incorporated into the consolidated train routes in trips.txt and shapes.txt. Note - 'route_id' and 'trip_id' structure has changed from previous GTFS.zip files as part of DTP's backend system improvements.

Folder Structure

The GTFS.zip file is currently structured with folder of Public Transport mode operational branches as per this list.

1 (Regional Train)

2 (Metropolitan Train)

3 (Metropolitan Tram)

4 (Metropolitan Bus)

5 (Regional Coach)

6 (Regional Bus)

7 (TeleBus)

8 (Night Bus)

10 (Interstate)

11 (SkyBus)

Data Currency

This information is updated on a weekly or as needed basis. There may be periods where publication is delayed due to scheduled maintenance or unforeseen circumstances.

Valid Time Period

The data contains a rolling 30 days of data from the date of export. Some route information may not be complete for this entire period due to service information not yet being made available. As this information becomes available to DTP, it will be made available in subsequent data publications.

Geographic Accuracy

The path information provided is generated based on a mix of automatic algorithm and manual pathing. There may be inaccuracies with the paths and hence the paths may not always match on road operations.

Data

Additional Info

Field Value
Abstract The GTFS Schedule dataset contains static timetable information of public transport services in Victoria.
Organisation Department of Transport and Planning
Last Updated Date 21 February 2025