Travel Time Map Generator & Isochrones
I know I can get from A to B by public transport within my selected time, but it's not showing up
If you're using public transport to do your analysis, it can look like we don't include a specific transit line. But it is rare that we have forgotten to add it! We have a full data team collecting transport data, and they're rarely caught out. It's usually due to understanding how we calculate travel time catchments. We build the area to include:
- Walking to the station platform
- Waiting for the next available departure
- Time spent boarding the train
- Giving enough time to take the A to B journey
- Depart on the station on the other side.
That means if you set your max travel time at 30 minutes, and the train journey you think should be included takes 28 minutes, it probably won't show up, because the other steps push it over the max 30 min limit. Try adding an extra 5-10 minutes to your max catchment area and see if this helps! Understand how we built our public transport model
You can't drive that far / you can drive much further than that
We recommend that you do a little experiment.
- Open another mapping app of your choice and enter an A to B route
- Select a departure time for tomorrow.
The average mapping provider gives very vague driving estimations. It's not uncommon to see a journey estimation between 30 minutes up to 2 hours. That's a lot of buffer room!
Our driving model only returns one singular best possible time estimate. We do this using our purpose-built driving model. Explore how we've built our driving model.
Still not convinced?
You can explain your data issue to us here and we can help you out. Please include in your request whether you're using the API for commercial or personal purposes.
About this tool
This demo was built to showcase the TravelTime API. To use the full capabilities of the API you will need coding skills, or experience with one of our integrations: QGIS, Alteryx or ArcGIS. Access to the API gives you larger travel time catchment areas, more transport mode options and large request volumes. Access the developer playground here.
What is a travel time map?
Our map tool allows you to create a 'How far can I go map' by transport mode and time limit. For example someone can ask how far can I drive from my home in 30 minutes. The tool outputs shapes, also known as travel time isochrones visualise where's reachable. Sometimes these shapes are incorrectly labelled as a 'travel time radius map'. A radius is always just a circular shape, but a travel time shape is completely unique as it analyses all locations reachable using a specific mode of transport.
How to create a drive time radius map or other modes
- Select a start location
- Select a maximum travel time limit
- Select a mode of transport, for example driving
- Voila! There's your driving radius map
Use cases for consumers
- Create a commute time map so you can see where to live based on commute time.
- How far can i travel in a given time: compare transport coverage for different areas.
- Create a drive time radius map: explore how far you can travel on a road trip.
Use cases for businesses
- Travel time mapping up to 4 hours & cross reference other data sets in GIS such as population data
- Site selection analysis: analyse the best location to locate a business by adding thousands of analysis points
- Create a distance matrix or travel time matrix & calculate travel times from thousands of origins to thousands of destinations
- Network analysis / travelling salesman problem: use spatial analytics to solve routing problems
- Commute time map - plot thousands of employee commute times for an office relocation
Demo only
This web page is a limited demo that can do the following:
- Create up to 3 time polygons visualising where's reachable within 2 hours or less. Our API can create large travel time areas, talk to sales.
- Calculate travel times from an origin to various points of interest - in this demo we use points from Foursquare Give A to B routing details
Full access
We provide full analysis by all transport modes and all travel time areas in our full service. You can access this by:
- Book a demo
- Trial TravelTime API
- Trial QGIS Plugin
- Trial ArcGIS Pro Add-In
- Trial Alteryx Macros
FAQs
To create a radius on Google Maps, you'll need a program that allows Google Map integration. Open the program and find the map you'd like to use. Open the tools within the program and select the distance radius or drive time polygon tool. Select the starting location for your radius.
What is a time travel map? ›
What is a travel time map? Our map tool allows you to create a 'How far can I go map' by transport mode and time limit.
How to search within a radius on Google Maps? ›
To find something within a specific radius in Google Maps, simply enter your desired location in the search bar, followed by "near me." Then, click on "Filter" and choose "Distance." Enter your desired radius, and Google Maps will display relevant results within that distance from your location.
How far can I travel in 15 minutes? ›
If you maintained a speed of 60 MPH (Miles per hour), it would take you 15 minutes to drive 15 miles. 30 MPH would take 30 minutes to drive 15 miles. A car travels 20 km in 15 minutes.
How do I use Google Maps time travel? ›
How to Use Google Maps Historical View on the Web
- On the Google Maps website, search for a location or click to drop a pin.
- Click the photo of the location.
- Click See more dates.
- Scroll back and forth through the available dates and photos for the location. Click the historical photo you want to view.
Understanding Google Maps Estimated Arrival Time
They provide users with predicted travel times by analyzing various factors, including real-time traffic data, average speed, and road conditions. This information is crucial for businesses and individuals who depend on punctual arrivals and efficient scheduling.
How do I map my time? ›
How to create a time map (with free template)
- Assess how you spend your time. Before you start time mapping, first reflect on how you're currently clocking your hours. ...
- Make a list of key activities and tasks. ...
- Prioritize your task list. ...
- Organize tasks into time blocks. ...
- Review and optimize.
Navigate with Live View
Google Maps offers two views for walking navigation: the 2D map and Live View. With Live View, you get directions placed in the real world and on a mini map at the bottom of your screen. You can use Live View navigation during the walking portion of any type of trip.
What is a travel time map called? ›
Travel time maps (also called driving time maps or isochrone maps) show how far you can go from a location within a certain time. In other words, Isochrones are a powerful analytic tool that offer exact answers to the question "what is within X travel time of this location?"
Is mapulator free? ›
Mapulator - GPS Field Measure is a free app for Android published in the Geography list of apps, part of Education. The company that develops Mapulator - GPS Field Measure is LogiSian. The latest version released by its developer is 9.0. 14.
Divide the total distance by the speed to obtain the approximate travel time in hours.
How many miles is 2 hours driving? ›
How many miles are in 2 hours? - Quora. At sixty miles per hour, two hours would amount to 2 x 60 = 120 miles.
How many miles is 1 hour? ›
For instance, if you're going 60 mph, you travel 60 miles in one hour. There are 60 minutes in one hour, so just divide the miles by that amount, and voila! It takes only one minute to travel 1 mile. The roads, however, have different speed limits.
What is the drive time polygon on Google Maps? ›
The Drive Time Polygon Tool uses the power of Google Maps to provide an estimated drive time polygon. First, it analyzes road networks and traffic in order to build an accurate polygon around your starting location that represents where you can reach within a chosen period of time.
Can you set Google Maps for a time? ›
Set directions to a place. Click Leave now. Depart at or Arrive by. Set a time and date under "Depart at" or "Arrive by."
How is driving time calculated in Google Maps? ›
Overall, Google Maps provide accurate travel time by combining real-time traffic data, transportation modes, and speed limits. When you want to calculate travel time on Google Maps, it provides an ETA according to available traffic data. It is important to note that Google Maps' estimated time is not always accurate.
How do I measure driving distance on Google Maps? ›
On your computer, open Google Maps. Right-click on your starting point. Select Measure distance. To create a path to measure, click anywhere on the map.
