Navitia

API

Open API for integrating real-time and static transport data

Overview

Navitia provides RESTful endpoints to access multi-modal transport data (bus, train, metro, tram, ferry) including journey planning, real-time departures, stop schedules, line details, and transport geocoding. Responses are in JSON format, enabling seamless integration into applications. Use cases include building custom journey planners, transit tracking apps, mobility-as-a-service (MaaS) platforms, or analyzing public transport usage patterns. It supports global regions and aggregates data from various operators, ideal for cross-modal and multi-region transport solutions.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://doc.navitia.io/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful API
JSON Responses
Multi-modal Transport Data
Real-time & Static Data
Journey Planning
Cross-Region Coverage

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Navitia free to use?

Yes, Navitia offers a free tier with rate limits; premium plans are available for higher usage and advanced features.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need to register to obtain an API key for accessing Navitia's endpoints.

? What is the response format?

All responses from Navitia are in JSON format, which is easy to parse and integrate into applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Transportation

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Comprehensive multi-modal data
⊕ Real-time and static integration
⊕ Extensive documentation

Cons

⊖ Rate limits on free tier
⊖ Regional coverage variations
⊖ Requires API key