Get directions & show routes in Google Maps - Computer (2024)

You can get directions for driving, public transit, walking, ride sharing, cycling, flight, or motorcycle on Google Maps.

• If there are multiple routes, the best route to your destination is blue. All other routes are gray.
• Some directions in Google Maps are in development and may have limited availability.

1. On your computer, open Google Maps.
2. Click Directions .
3. Enter the starting point and destination.
   • Click points on the map, type an address, or add a place name.
4. Choose your mode of transportation.
   • To get driving directions, click Driving .
   • To get transit directions, click Transit .
   • To get walking directions, click Walking .
   • To get rideshare or taxi options, click Ride .
   • To get cycling directions, click Cycle .
   • To get flight options, click Flight .
   • To get motorcycle directions, click Motorcycle .

Learn more about transportation modes in Google Maps

1. On your computer, open Google Maps.
2. Click Directions .
3. Add a starting point and a destination.
   • To edit your starting point, at the top, click Your location.
4. Below the destinations you entered, click Add destination.
5. To add a stop, choose another destination.
   • You can add up to 9 stops, which includes the final destination.
6. To get directions, click on a route.

To change the order of your stops:

1. Find the destination you want to move.
2. Drag the destination.

1. On your computer, open Google Maps.
2. Click Directions .
3. Enter the starting point and destination.
4. Click points on the map, type an address, or add a place name.
5. Choose Options.
6. Check the box next to "Tolls" or "Highways."

To find the best route based on estimated traffic and transit schedules, change your travel date or time. This only works for routes with one destination.

When you enter a destination in Google Maps, we show you how to get there by different travel modes, like driving, cycling, or walking.

The transport options we show you are ranked based on the combination of objective factors designed to help you find relevant and useful info. These factors can include duration, distance, price, your mode preference, or the relevance of a mode to your query. Generally, the most important factors are your mode preference, trip durations, and sometimes price.

Where available, we also show you other mobility services like public transport, scooter or bicycle rentals, and vehicle ride services. These mobility services are provided by third parties who have made their transport data publicly available or who have a partner agreement with us. Any partnerships or business relationships we may have with any transportation service providers do not influence the ranking of these services.