BC Ferries vs Navitia
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
BC Ferries vs Navitia: common questions
Which is more reliable, BC Ferries or Navitia?
On our scheduled checks, Navitia leads on measured uptime — BC Ferries at —% versus Navitia at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do BC Ferries and Navitia need an API key?
BC Ferries needs no key, while Navitia requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for BC Ferries first.
Can I call BC Ferries and Navitia from the browser?
Yes — both BC Ferries and Navitia send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are BC Ferries and Navitia free for commercial use?
BC Ferries has unclear commercial terms, and Navitia has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.