Amadeus for Developers vs Transport for Belgium
If you need a Transportation API that's easy to integrate, go with Transport for Belgium.
Amadeus for Developers
Travel Search - Limited usage
Transport for Belgium
The iRail API is a third-party API for Belgian public transport by train
Amadeus for Developers
- HTTPS supported
- Requires OAuth setup
Transport for Belgium
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | Amadeus for Developers | Transport for Belgium |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | OAuth | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
Transport for Belgium is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Transport for Belgium works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.