VIA Rail trains - MonTransit

VIA Rail Trains - MonTransit

Overview

The VIA Rail Trains - MonTransit application is designed to integrate comprehensive train information from VIA Rail into the MonTransit app. This integration allows users to access schedules, real-time service statuses, and the latest news directly within their existing transit application.

Features

• Planned Schedule: View the detailed schedule of VIA Rail trains.
• Real-Time Status: Get up-to-date information on train arrivals and departures.
• News Updates: Stay informed with the latest news from VIA Rail through the app.
• Extensive Coverage: VIA Rail trains serve major cities across Canada including Vancouver, Edmonton, Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Halifax.

Installation & Setup

After installing the VIA Rail Trains - MonTransit application, the MonTransit app will display all relevant train information, such as schedules. It's important to note that the MonTransit app itself is available for free and can be downloaded from the "More..." section below or via this Google Play link.

Additional Information

The data used in this application is sourced from the GTFS file provided by VIA Rail under the Open Government Licence - Canada (version 2). You can find more details about this at VIA Rail Developer Resources.

Technical Details

• Temporary Icon: The application currently uses a temporary icon. For the best experience, consider downloading the MonTransit app.
• SD Card Installation: While you can install the application on an SD card, it is not recommended for optimal performance.
• Permissions: The app requires specific permissions to fetch real-time service statuses and news from VIA Rail’s website and Twitter.

About the Application

This application is free and open-source, allowing anyone to contribute or use the code. You can find the source code on GitHub.

Disclaimer

Please note that this app is not affiliated with VIA Rail Canada Inc.