Community Transit

API

Free API for Community Transit data via Transitland

Overview

The Community Transit API (powered by Transitland) provides RESTful access to static and real-time transit data for Community Transit and other agencies. Key endpoints include /operators (agency details), /routes (transit lines), /stops (station locations), /trips (schedules), and /vehicle_positions (real-time vehicle tracking). Responses are in JSON format. Use cases: building navigation apps, integrating transit data into maps, analyzing route efficiency, and planning commuter journeys.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://github.com/transitland/transitland-datastore/blob/master/README.md#api-endpoints')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful
JSON support
Static & real-time data
No API key for basic access
Multiple transit endpoints

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Community Transit API free to use?

Yes, the API is free for public non-commercial use via Transitland.

? Does it require an API Key?

Basic static data endpoints do not need an API key; high-volume or real-time use may require authentication.

? What is the response format?

All API responses are in JSON format, which is easy to parse for applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Transportation

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy integration
⊕ Free public access
⊕ Comprehensive transit data
⊕ Open-source backend

Cons

⊖ Rate limits apply
⊖ Real-time data depends on agency participation
⊖ No official SLA