GTFS Best Practice Checker
Transit Data Validation Tool
Validate your GTFS data against official best practices from gtfs.org. Ensure data quality, interoperability, and compliance with industry standards.
Upload GTFS Files
Drag and drop your GTFS files (ZIP or individual .txt files) here, or click to browse.
Supported files: agency.txt, stops.txt, routes.txt, trips.txt, stop_times.txt, calendar.txt, calendar_dates.txt, and more.
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Book DemoAbout GTFS Best Practices
This tool validates your GTFS data against the official GTFS Best Practices developed by the GTFS community. These practices help ensure data quality, interoperability, and better user experience in transit applications.
The best practices cover areas such as:
- Dataset publishing and accessibility
- Service coverage and expiration
- Text formatting and naming conventions
- Required fields and data integrity
- Cross-file reference validation
ℹ Source: These best practices are based on the official GTFS documentation from gtfs.org