Free online GEOJSON to GPX converter

GeoJSON is a widely used geospatial data format based on JSON, designed to store geographic features such as points, lines, and polygons along with their properties. GPX is an XML-based GPS exchange format used for routes, tracks, and waypoints in navigation devices and mapping apps. Converting GeoJSON to GPX is useful when you need to move map data into GPS software, handheld devices, or route planners.

Why convert GeoJSON to GPX

GeoJSON is ideal for web maps and GIS workflows, while GPX is better suited for GPS navigation and outdoor tracking. A conversion helps when you want to:

• transfer waypoints from a map project to a GPS device
• turn routes or tracks into a format supported by navigation apps
• share geographic data with tools that only accept GPX

What data can be converted

Not every GeoJSON feature maps perfectly to GPX, but the most common conversions are straightforward:

• Point features become GPX waypoints
• LineString features become GPX tracks or routes
• MultiPoint, MultiLineString, and FeatureCollection may require splitting or filtering before export

Keep in mind that GPX has a more limited structure than GeoJSON, so some properties and complex geometries may be lost during conversion.

Best software for GeoJSON to GPX conversion

The best all-around choice is QGIS, because it supports both formats and gives you control over geometry and export settings. For quick online conversion, Mapshaper is also a strong option. If you need a simple desktop workflow, QGIS is usually the most reliable.

How to convert in QGIS

1. Open QGIS and load your GeoJSON file.
2. Check that the layer geometry matches the GPX output you want.
3. Right-click the layer and choose Export → Save Features As.
4. Select GPX as the output format.
5. Choose whether to export as waypoints, routes, or tracks depending on the geometry.
6. Save the file and verify it in a GPX viewer or GPS app.

How to convert with an online converter

If you prefer a browser-based tool, use a trusted converter such as Mapshaper or another GIS conversion service that supports both formats. Upload the GeoJSON file, select GPX as the output, and download the converted file. This is convenient for small files and occasional use.

Things to check after conversion

• Coordinate order should remain correct: longitude, latitude in GeoJSON; GPX stores coordinates in XML elements.
• Elevation may be preserved only if present in the source data and supported by the converter.
• Attributes from GeoJSON may not fully transfer to GPX.
• Geometry type should match the intended GPX element for best results.

Recommended workflow

For most users, the best workflow is to open the GeoJSON file in QGIS, inspect the geometry, and export it to GPX. Use an online converter only when you need a fast one-off conversion and the data is not sensitive.

Summary

GeoJSON is best for flexible geographic data exchange, while GPX is best for GPS navigation and route sharing. If you need a dependable conversion, QGIS is the best software choice, with Mapshaper as a convenient alternative for quick conversions.