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Train routing

Overview​

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By default, Train profile is deactivated. To use this profile for routing, you need to switch it on in Menu → Settings → App profiles.

Train routing in OsmAnd provides users with possibility to use railroad lines for navigation as if they were driving a train like a car. This option can be useful, for example, for hiking when no other roads are available. In other cases it's better to use Public transport routing.

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Route Parameters - Train​

Train routing settings Android

Train routing can be configured according to your needs in the Route parameters section of the Navigation settings.

Other Routing Settings​

  • The routing algorithm can also take into account temporary limitations specified in OpenStreetMap. This can be done by using Consider temporary limitations option. Note that in some cases, information from OSM can be outdated.

  • In the Recalculate route section of the Route parameters, you can enable and adjust route recalculation options.

  • In the Development section of the Route parameters, you can try new routing features that are currently in the testing phase. Note, that these settings are only available when the OsmAnd development plugin is enabled.

  • Road speeds setting in the iOS version of OsmAnd is located in Navigation settings → Route parameters (for Android, in Vehicle parameters → Default speed). These settings can also be set for Direct-to-point routing. It is used to calculate Estimated Time of Arrival.

  • Vehicle parameters. Properly configuring the settings will help you avoid problems when creating a route. You can select the most appropriate route depending on the type of vehicle and road restrictions, as well as calculate the travel time.

This article was last updated in June 2024