Using the Journey Planner tool

Step 1: Access the Journey Planner

• Locate the "Plan a Journey" section on the main page.
  

Step 2: Enter Journey Details

• From: Input your starting location (e.g., address, postcode, or bus stop name).

• To: Enter your destination using similar details.

• Choose the type of journey.

  • Single: One-way trip.

  • Return: Round trip.

  • Outbound: Specify if you're planning the outward leg of a journey.
    

Step 3: Customise Your Search (Optional)

• Click on "Show advanced options" to refine your search by:

  • Date and Time: Specify your required departure time

  • Transport methods: Filter by specific transport types (e.g. bus, train, cycle). Please note: there may not always be an option for your preferred transport type for your journey..
    

Step 4: Review Journey Options

• After entering your details, click "Find routes & times".

• The planner will display:

  • Available journeys for your planned route.

  • Departure times.

  • Number of transfer points, if applicable.

  • Total journey duration.
    

Step 5: Select and Plan Your Journey

• Choose the most suitable option based on your preferences.

• Note any important details such as:

  • Transfer locations.

  • Walking distances between stops

  • Service frequencies.
    

Additional Features

• Interactive Map: Visualize your route and nearby toilets.

• Timetables: Access detailed schedules for specific bus services.

• Journey stages: View individual legs of your chosen journey.
  

For more detailed information or assistance, visit the Kent Enhanced Bus Partnership website or contact their support team.

Where the data comes from

• Swarco - EVH charging points

• GTFS and BODS - real-time bus tracking

• Traffic Scotland - real time traffic alerts

• Mott MacDonald UTMS Integration - real time parking and incidents

• Google Directions/Maps API

• Traveline API - public transport fares pricing and timetable info.

• National Rail Enquiries - Real time rail information.

• GBPTM API - toilet info

• OpenRoute API - points of interests at destination.

• Google Elevation API - elevation summary for walking/cycling journeys.

• Co-Wheels - car club zones and community transport.

• Enterprise – car club and zones

• RideOn - bike sharing

• JustPark - cashless parking

• Sharebike - bike sharing

• JMW Systems - real-time bus info

• Met Office Weather API

• Karhoo - UK wide Taxi integration

• Internal Database of transport providers - private buses, private taxis, water buses.

• Transport Operator database – payment accepted, operator information

• Walking and Cycling routes.

• Local Event Management - routes to local events.

• Low Emission Zone information.

• Park and Ride and Travel hub definition.

• Points of Interest admin to show location, description, images.

• DRT Area mapping and location of operation