How to Get Bus Directions on Google Maps
Go to Google Maps., Identify your destination., Identify your starting location., Select Transit., Indicate your bus preference., Select a bus route., Get directions.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Go to Google Maps.
You can use any web browser on your computer to visit this site. -
Step 2: Identify your destination.
Use the search box on the upper left corner of the page and type in your destination location or address.
A shortlist of possible results will drop down.
Click on your selection, and the map will automatically draw you to the location you’ve set. , Go back to the section on the upper left corner of the page.
The destination you’ve set is displayed there.
Click on the “Directions” button beside it, and a new field will appear where you can type in your starting location or address.
A shortlist of possible results will drop down.
Click on your selection, and the map will automatically expand to show you the route from this starting location to your destination. , Since you’re planning on taking public transit, such as a bus, click on the train or rail icon on the toolbar above the section on the upper left corner of the page.
The route options for public transit will be displayed on the map identified by different colors.
The metro, rail, or bus numbers will also be indicated. , Under the starting location and destination fields on the upper left corner of the page is a “Route options” link.
Click on it, and a list of route options will be presented.
Tick on the Bus checkbox to indicate your preference on bus route options.
The routes on the map will be changed to reflect your desired option. , From the options presented, click on the bus route you prefer to take.
The selected route will be colored.
The travel duration and bus frequency will be listed on the box beside the selected route. , On the upper left corner of the page, under the preferred bus route, click on the next trip to see the exact details or directions on using that route.
The left panel will be expanded to show you the Transit directions.
All the details you need to take that bus route, such as stops, times, and walking required, will also be displayed. -
Step 3: Identify your starting location.
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Step 4: Select Transit.
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Step 5: Indicate your bus preference.
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Step 6: Select a bus route.
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Step 7: Get directions.
Detailed Guide
You can use any web browser on your computer to visit this site.
Use the search box on the upper left corner of the page and type in your destination location or address.
A shortlist of possible results will drop down.
Click on your selection, and the map will automatically draw you to the location you’ve set. , Go back to the section on the upper left corner of the page.
The destination you’ve set is displayed there.
Click on the “Directions” button beside it, and a new field will appear where you can type in your starting location or address.
A shortlist of possible results will drop down.
Click on your selection, and the map will automatically expand to show you the route from this starting location to your destination. , Since you’re planning on taking public transit, such as a bus, click on the train or rail icon on the toolbar above the section on the upper left corner of the page.
The route options for public transit will be displayed on the map identified by different colors.
The metro, rail, or bus numbers will also be indicated. , Under the starting location and destination fields on the upper left corner of the page is a “Route options” link.
Click on it, and a list of route options will be presented.
Tick on the Bus checkbox to indicate your preference on bus route options.
The routes on the map will be changed to reflect your desired option. , From the options presented, click on the bus route you prefer to take.
The selected route will be colored.
The travel duration and bus frequency will be listed on the box beside the selected route. , On the upper left corner of the page, under the preferred bus route, click on the next trip to see the exact details or directions on using that route.
The left panel will be expanded to show you the Transit directions.
All the details you need to take that bus route, such as stops, times, and walking required, will also be displayed.
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