Data

To support its transport planning function and further development of the transport models, the NTA collects and collates a wide range of data types. The RMS was developed using a wide range of data sources to ensure that it provides the best possible representation of travel demand and patterns throughout Ireland.

Data We Collect
  • The National Household Travel Survey
  • The GDA Education Survey
  • The Airport Travel Survey
Data We Use
  • GTFS Public Transport Network Data
  • Public Transport Surveys
  • Port Passenger Data
  • NAPTAN Bus Stop Database
  • Traffic Signal Data from Urban Traffic Control Systems
  • Journey Time Data
  • Over 6,000 Traffic counts from NTA, TII, Local Authorities
  • The Geo Directory
  • HERE Road Network Data
  • MyPlan Land Use Database
  • The CSO Census
  • CSO HGV Data
  • The Valuations Office Parking Data
Data Requests

For Data Requests, please contact counts@nationaltransport.ie.

Traffic Survey Specifications

The NTA has developed a number of guidelines and templates for the collection of traffic data in Ireland. The collection of data in a streamlined method will allow for seamless integration into the NTA’s National Traffic Count Database. The guidelines and specifications for data collection and formatting can be accessed by emailing counts@nationaltransport.ie.

To support its transport planning function and further development of the transport models, the NTA collects and collates a wide range of data types. The RMS was developed using a wide range of data sources to ensure that it provides the best possible representation of travel demand and patterns throughout Ireland.