Cities and transit agencies will have access to Via’s software platform which enables them to plan transit networks that are responsive and resilient to rapidly changing needs, to operate smart multi-modal transportation systems, and to use data to continually enhance performance - with Via saying it is now unified with an optimised experience for riders from Citymapper.
The Citymapper product will be integrated into Via’s TransitTech platform. Citymapper’s powerful technology and algorithms, which incorporate real-time public transit data and take into account information on disruptions and delays, enable an exceptional journey-planning experience that offers the most accurate and timely recommendations. that matter most to them, and Citymapper’s app will help them select the best option and navigate their travel in real time. Users can plan a trip based on the criteria - transit mode, arrival time, trip duration, cost, etc. Since being founded in 2012, more than 50 million users in more than 100 cities have used Citymapper to plan their journeys – using a combination of public transit, walking, cycling, scooters, taxis, and other locally available options. The company says the acquisition accelerates its vision to build the end-to-end digital infrastructure for transit systems, explaining “While Via’s software enables cities and transit agencies to efficiently plan and operate their public transit networks, Citymapper empowers transit riders with the ability to navigate the urban transport network through intuitive and beautifully designed apps.”īy integrating Citymapper into its platform, Via says it will be able to connect all elements of a transit system, offering a unified solution for cities, transit agencies, and riders. Transit technology company Via has acquired the UK-based journey planner app Citymapper.
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