Images: Google hops the next bus

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  • getting directions

    getting directions

    Google launched a test version of a public transit trip planner called Google Transit. The new mapping tool, which is currently only available for Portland, Ore., can show a user how to get to a bus or subway stop and then maps the most direct route to the destination point.

    Caption by: Bill Detwiler

  • scheduling

    scheduling

    By adding the approximate time of departure, users will get an updated trip schedule, along with the cost and expected duration. It also gives walking directions to the appropriate stop.

    Caption by: Bill Detwiler

  • satellite view

    satellite view

    Clicking on the satellite view shows an aerial view of the location requested.

    Caption by: Bill Detwiler

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Google launches a test version of a public transit trip planner called Google Transit.

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getting directions

Google launched a test version of a public transit trip planner called Google Transit. The new mapping tool, which is currently only available for Portland, Ore., can show a user how to get to a bus or subway stop and then maps the most direct route to the destination point.

Caption by: Bill Detwiler

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