Simple Trains
ModrinthA lightweight Minecraft plugin for creating fast-travel rail networks with train stations.
SimpleTrains
A lightweight Minecraft plugin for creating fast-travel rail networks with train stations.
Version: 1.2.0 | API: 1.20+ | Author: AndresTube
Features
Core System
- Create train stations on rails with a configurable base block (default: Gold Block)
- Teleport between linked stations using registered minecarts
- Station ownership with transfer capability
- Bidirectional station linking (Public/Private modes)
- Full GUI-based management interface
Station Management
- Create, delete, and configure stations via commands or GUI
- Custom welcome messages with color code support (
&) - Find nearby stations within range
- XP cost system for creation and linking
Minecart Registration
- Use a renamed Name Tag on a minecart to make it "warp-eligible"
- Only registered minecarts can teleport between stations
Link System
- Request-based linking with owner approval
- Public links: Anyone can travel
- Private links: Only station owners can use
Fully Customizable Messages (NEW in 1.2.0)
- All plugin messages are customizable via
messages.yml - Support for color codes and placeholders
- GUI titles, item names, and lore are all editable
Commands
| Command | Description | Permission |
|---------|-------------|------------|
| /train set <name> | Create a station | Owner |
| /train delete <name> | Delete a station | Owner/Admin |
| /train link <A> <B> [type] | Link stations (public/private) | Owner of A |
| /train unlink <A> <B> | Remove a link | Owner of either |
| /train transfer <station> <player> | Transfer ownership | Owner/Admin |
| /train near | List nearby stations | All |
| /train gui | Open station management GUI | All |
| /train message <station> <msg> | Set welcome message | Owner/Admin |
| /train accept <A> <B> | Accept link request | Owner of B |
| /train reject <A> <B> | Reject link request | Owner of B |
| /train block <material> | Set creation block | Admin |
| /train help | Show help menu | All |
Permissions
| Permission | Description | Default |
|------------|-------------|---------|
| simpletrains.use | Basic commands | true |
| simpletrains.admin | Admin override for all actions | op |
| simpletrains.create | Create new stations | op |
Configuration
config.yml
settings:
creation_block: GOLD_BLOCK # Block required under rail to create station
creation_xp_cost: 5 # XP levels to create a station
link_creation_xp_cost: 3 # XP levels to request a link
link_acceptance_xp_cost: 2 # XP levels to accept a link
linking_requires_owner_acceptance: true # Require approval for links
messages:
warp_confirm: '&aWarping to %DESTINATION%...'
station_welcome: '&e>> Welcome to %STATION% station! &6%MESSAGE%'
messages.yml (NEW in 1.2.0)
All plugin messages are now customizable! Edit messages.yml to change any text:
prefix: "&6[SimpleTrains] &r"
station-created: "&aStation '%STATION%' created successfully! (-%COST% XP)"
no-permission: "&cYou don't have permission for this command."
# ... 100+ customizable messages
Placeholders: Use %PLACEHOLDER% format (e.g., %STATION%, %PLAYER%, %COST%)
Quick Start
-
Create a station:
- Place a rail on top of a Gold Block
- Stand on the rail
- Run
/train set MyStation
-
Register a minecart:
- Rename a Name Tag in an anvil (any name)
- Right-click a minecart with it
-
Link stations:
- Run
/train link StationA StationB - The owner of StationB must accept the request
- Run
-
Travel:
- Ride your registered minecart to a station
- Select your destination from the GUI
Technical Info
| Setting | Value |
|---------|-------|
| Teleport cooldown | 10 seconds |
| Player detection radius | 20 blocks |
| Near command range | 500 blocks |
| Data storage | YAML (auto-save) |
| Minecraft versions | 1.20.x, 1.21.x+ |
| Java version | 17+ |
Changelog
v1.2.0
- Added complete messages system (
messages.yml) - All plugin text is now fully customizable
- GUI titles, item names, and lore can be edited
- Support for placeholders in all messages
v1.1.0
- Added support for Minecraft 1.20.x+
- Lowered Java requirement from 21 to 17
- Improved backwards compatibility
v1.0.0
- Initial release
- Station creation and management
- Minecart registration system
- Link request system with approval
- GUI interface
Support
For issues or suggestions, contact AndresTube or open an issue on the repository.
Versions
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