Our Projects
Two platforms for different audiences, powered by a single API infrastructure
BusMaps.com
B2B Platform for Developers & Enterprises
Professional transit data platform with API access, processing 6,000+ official GTFS feeds from transit agencies worldwide.
Key Features
- Official data from transit agencies
- Automated error correction (150+ error types)
- Data enrichment and validation
- RESTful API access
- Global coverage with regional deployment
WikiRoutes.info
B2C Platform for Commuters & Travelers
Free public transit navigation service powered by community contributions. Covers 100+ countries with focus on regions without official GTFS data.
Key Features
- Wiki-style collaborative editing
- Community voting system
- Strong coverage in developing countries (25+)
- Focus on Russia, Asia, Latin America
- Free access for end users
Unified API Infrastructure
Both projects are powered by a single API available at busmaps.com/en/developers
How it works: The API includes a host switcher — developers can specify which data source to use:
- BusMaps host — 6,000+ official GTFS feeds from transit agencies (validated, error-corrected data)
- WikiRoutes host — crowdsourced data from 25+ developing countries (Russia, Asia, Latin America) where official data is limited
This architecture allows us to maintain one API infrastructure instead of developing two separate systems, while providing complete global transit coverage.
Real-World Example: Routees App
Routees — partner application built with our API, demonstrating intelligent host switching based on geographic location:
- In CIS countries and developing regions (where WikiRoutes has better coverage) → automatically switches to WikiRoutes API
- In developed markets (where official GTFS feeds are available) → automatically switches to BusMaps API for precise schedules and real-time data
- Manual override: Users can change the data source manually in app settings
This intelligent switching provides users with the best available data for their location, with full manual control when needed.
Project Comparison
| Feature | BusMaps.com | WikiRoutes.info |
|---|---|---|
| Business Model | B2B (Business to Business) | B2C (Business to Consumer) |
| Target Audience | Developers, enterprises, navigation apps | Commuters, travelers, general public |
| Access Method | API (REST, JSON) | Web interface, mobile apps |
| Data Source | Official GTFS feeds from agencies | Community crowdsourcing |
| Coverage | 6,000+ feeds globally (focus: developed markets) | 100+ countries (focus: developing markets, Russia, Asia, LatAm) |
| Data Quality | Automated validation, error correction (150+ types) | Community voting, moderation |
| Pricing | Freemium API (free tier available) | Free for end users |
| Primary Use Case | Data integration, routing, logistics | Route planning, navigation, schedules |