DB Fahrplan API
Your gateway to Deutsche Bahn's public transportation data
This API is best for developers building apps or services that require access to schedules and real-time information for trains, buses, and other forms of public transport in Germany.
Developers would use this API to build applications or services that help people navigate the complex public transport network in Germany. With access to real-time information on schedules and delays, developers can create apps that help commuters plan their journeys, avoid delays, and find the fastest routes between different stations. Additionally, developers can use the API to build tools that help them analyze the performance of different routes and optimize their transit networks.
Key features
- Access to schedules and real-time information for trains, buses, and other forms of public transport
- Flexible query options for searching schedules and routes
- Support for multiple data formats, including XML and JSON
- Access to detailed information on stations and stops
- Support for multiple languages, including English and German
Potential use cases
- Transit Tracking App: Build an app that allows people to track the real-time location of their train or bus, and receive notifications if there are any delays or changes in their route.
- Ticket Booking Service: Create a service that allows people to book tickets for trains and buses directly through your app, leveraging the real-time schedule information available through the API.
- Network Optimization Tool: Use the detailed data on station and stop performance available through the API to develop tools that help transport networks optimize their operations, improve on-time performance, and reduce costs.
The DB Fahrplan API has been an invaluable resource for our transit app. With real-time schedule and delay information, we're able to provide our users with accurate, up-to-the-minute information on their journeys, helping them save time and avoid frustration.
Related Technologies
- DB Station&Service API
- OpenWeatherMap API
- Google Maps Platform