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Open Transit Data (OTD)

The Open Transit Data (OTD) platform aggregates, processes, and disseminates a wide range of transport data, with a focus on metropolitan transit systems. It is designed as a foundational tool for urban planning, real-time traffic management, and commuter information services.

OTD enables seamless data flow from collection to consumption, supporting accuracy, speed, and security for large-scale metropolitan transit data.

  • Standard GTFS components (Stops, Routes, Trips, Stop Times, Shapes, Fare Rules, Fare Attributes)
  • Additional datasets such as OD (Origin-Destination) flow, operational schedules, accessibility, and shared mobility

Core Features​

  • The system supports both real-time and scheduled transit data, ensuring accurate and reliable information across all journey stages.
  • It enables seamless integration with multimodal and shared mobility services, allowing users to plan and switch between buses, metros, bikes, and ride-sharing options within a unified experience.
  • Developers can easily connect through open APIs backed by comprehensive and well-maintained documentation, enabling flexibility in third-party application development and smart city platforms.
  • The platform is built on a scalable, secure, and cloud-native architecture, capable of supporting high demand, ensuring data protection, and allowing rapid deployment across diverse transit environments.

System Design​

The system is engineered to facilitate seamless data flow from collection to consumption, ensuring accuracy, speed, and security at every step. The design addresses the need for handling large-scale transit data representative of a major metropolitan city.

OTD System Architecture

Key Features​

  • Real-time and scheduled transit data
  • Integration with multimodal and shared mobility services
  • Open APIs and robust documentation
  • Scalable, secure, and cloud-ready architecture

Open Source Repository​

The source code and API documentation for OTD are available on GitLab:

Open Transit Data Service APIs GitLab Repository

Navigate the sidebar to explore detailed data models for Bus, Metro, Data Exchange, Accessibility, and Shared Mobility.