How to Measure Distance and Area in Google Maps
Aug. 17, 2024Google Maps is one of the most comprehensive navigation apps around the globe, as it comes with tons of features that help you navigate to any location. While features such as Street View, Offline Maps, and Traffic come in handy, one of the underrated Google Maps features is the ability to measure the distance between any two or multiple locations. It’s quite simple and can be a great tool, especially when planning a trip. Here’s how to measure distance in Google Maps.
Measure Distance in Google Maps
Depending on the device that you’re currently using, the process of measuring distance between two pinpoints differ. Take a look at the guides below to see how you can measure distance in Google Maps on the web and on your iPhone or Android device.
On the Web
On Phone
Adding multiple points could come in handy, as Google Maps measures the absolute distance between two points, which might not be what you’re looking for if there are multiple turns or terrain between them.
To measure the overall surface area, you will need to add more than three pointers and connect them to form a polygon. Google Maps will then show you the exact surface area of the area you’ve marked. There’s unfortunately no way to do this on the Google Maps app for Android or iPhone.
That said, while the ability to measure the distance is cool, there’s a better way to plan your trip and that’s by using the Google Maps trip planner. It allows you to add and categorize multiple locations that you may want to visit and makes your life much easier.
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