Transport for London, England

API

Free API for London's public transport real-time and static data

Overview

The Transport for London (TfL) API offers RESTful access to real-time and static data for London’s multi-modal transport network (tube, bus, overground, DLR, tram, river services). Endpoints include real-time arrival/departure times, service status updates, route planning, station/stop details, and journey history. Responses are in JSON format. Use cases: building transport apps, integrating journey planning into services, monitoring disruptions, and analyzing transport patterns for research or business.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://api.tfl.gov.uk')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful Architecture
JSON Response
Real-Time Transport Data
Multi-Modal Coverage
Route Planning
Service Status Updates

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Transport for London, England API free to use?

Yes, the TfL API is free for both non-commercial and commercial use, though registration for an app ID and key is mandatory.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes, you need to register on the TfL developer portal to obtain an app ID and API key for authentication.

? What is the response format?

The API primarily returns data in JSON format for all endpoints.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Transportation

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Free Access (with registration)
⊕ Comprehensive London Transport Coverage
⊕ Well-Documented Endpoints
⊕ Supports Both Real-Time and Static Data

Cons

⊖ Rate-Limited (500 requests/minute per app)
⊖ Requires App ID/Key Registration
⊖ Limited Historical Data for Some Endpoints
⊖ No SLA for Commercial Use