Directions API
Turn-by-Turn Navigation & Route Calculation
Calculate optimal routes between locations with detailed turn-by-turn directions. Support for multiple travel modes and real-time traffic integration.
Intelligent Route Calculation
MapAtlas Directions API calculates optimal routes between any two points using advanced algorithms that consider road networks, traffic conditions, and travel preferences. Get accurate ETAs and efficient navigation for any journey.
- Real-time route optimization based on current conditions
- Accurate time and distance estimates for all routes
- Turn-by-turn navigation with detailed maneuver instructions
Multi-Modal Routing
Support for multiple travel modes ensures users get the most relevant routes. Whether driving, walking, cycling, or using public transit, our API calculates mode-specific routes optimized for each transportation type.
POST https://gateway.mapatlas.eu/directions/?token=YOUR_TOKEN
{
"locations": [
{"lat": "42.358528", "lon": "-83.271400"},
{"lat": "42.996613", "lon": "-78.749855"}
],
"costing": "auto"
}
Response:
{
"trip": {
"summary": {"length": 456.789, "time": 12345},
"legs": [{"shape": "guvq_Aso_w@...", "maneuvers": [...]}]
}
}Detailed Navigation Instructions
Get comprehensive turn-by-turn directions with precise maneuver instructions, distances, and estimated times for each step. Perfect for building navigation apps, delivery tracking systems, or route planning tools.
- Step-by-step maneuver instructions
- Distance and duration for each step
- Complete route geometry in GeoJSON format
Key Features
Powerful routing for every scenario
Multiple Travel Modes
Calculate routes for driving, walking, cycling, and public transport with mode-specific optimizations
Turn-by-Turn Navigation
Detailed step-by-step directions with maneuver instructions for voice-guided navigation
Real-time Traffic
Dynamic route calculation based on current traffic conditions for accurate ETAs
Alternative Routes
Multiple route options with distance and time comparisons for user choice
Time-based Routing
Calculate routes for specific departure or arrival times considering traffic patterns
Route Avoidance Options
Avoid tolls, highways, or ferries based on your preferences for optimized routes
Technical Specifications
Core Capabilities
Traffic & Routing
Additional Data
Pricing
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