Railway Transport for France

API

Public API for France’s SNCF Railway Transport Data

Overview

The Railway Transport for France API (powered by SNCF) provides real-time and static data for France’s national rail network. Key endpoints include train schedules, station details (locations, facilities), route information (departure/arrival times, stops), and service disruptions. Responses are formatted in JSON for seamless integration. Use cases include building travel planning apps, journey trackers, or integrating rail data into navigation tools to help users plan trips, check real-time updates, or find nearby stations across France.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://www.digital.sncf.com/startup/api')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful Architecture
JSON Response Format
Real-time Train Schedules
Station & Route Details
Service Disruption Alerts

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is the Railway Transport for France API free to use?

It offers a freemium model—free access with limited requests, and paid tiers for higher usage volumes.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need to register on the SNCF Digital portal to obtain an API key for authentication.

? What is the response format?

All responses are in JSON format, which is widely supported and easy to parse in most programming languages.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Transportation

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Official SNCF Data Source
⊕ Comprehensive French Rail Coverage
⊕ Real-time Updates Available
⊕ Easy Integration with Apps

Cons

⊖ Requires API Key Registration
⊖ Rate Limits on Free Tier
⊖ Documentation Primarily in French
⊖ Limited to France’s Network