{"id":122510,"date":"2020-11-29T12:00:29","date_gmt":"2020-11-29T09:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/how-to-get-cycling-navigation-directions-in-apple-maps\/"},"modified":"2020-11-29T12:00:29","modified_gmt":"2020-11-29T09:00:29","slug":"how-to-get-cycling-navigation-directions-in-apple-maps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-get-cycling-navigation-directions-in-apple-maps\/","title":{"rendered":"#How to Get Cycling Navigation Directions in Apple Maps"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2f135882d66\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a2f135882d66\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-get-cycling-navigation-directions-in-apple-maps\/#Get_Bike-Friendly_Directions\" >Get Bike-Friendly Directions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-get-cycling-navigation-directions-in-apple-maps\/#Follow_Cycling_Directions_on_Apple_Watch\" >Follow Cycling Directions on Apple Watch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-get-cycling-navigation-directions-in-apple-maps\/#Google_Maps_Is_a_Solid_Alternative_for_Cyclists\" >Google Maps Is a Solid Alternative for Cyclists<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-to-get-cycling-navigation-directions-in-apple-maps\/#Consider_a_Bike_Mount_Too\" >Consider a Bike Mount, Too<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><strong>&#8220;#How to Get Cycling Navigation Directions in <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/download-scripts-themes-apps\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"9\" title=\"Download Scripts &amp; Themes &amp; Apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">App<\/a>le Maps&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n<div>\n<figure id=\"attachment_698991\" style=\"width: 650px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-698991 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/xman-on-bicycle.jpg.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.tBIjR9tf1A.jpg\" alt=\"A man riding a bicycle on a city street.\" width=\"650\" height=\"300\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/black-african-mad-riding-bicycle-urban-231662860\" data-credittext=\"Daxiao Productions\/Shutterstock.com\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/black-african-mad-riding-bicycle-urban-231662860\">Daxiao Productions\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Apple Maps can now show you cycling directions on both your iPhone and Apple Watch. This includes turn-by-turn instructions that use haptic feedback and sounds that tell you where to turn. Here\u2019s how to use it and an alternative\u00a0you can use if Apple Maps isn\u2019t yet up to par in your area.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Bike-Friendly_Directions\"><\/span>Get Bike-Friendly Directions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are a few different ways you can get cycling instructions on your iPhone and Apple Watch. The basic method is to open the Apple Maps app, find wherever it is you want to go using the search box, then tap \u201cDirections.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>From here you can choose your mode of transport by tapping the appropriate icon, in this instance a bicycle. If cycling instructions are supported in your region, you will see them listed with the estimated duration of your <a href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/category\/trip-and-travel\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"10\" title=\"Trip &amp; Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">trip<\/a>, the total distance, and a visualization of the route\u2019s elevation.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-698487\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/xapple_maps_cycling.png.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.XB18719vmc.jpg\" alt=\"Apple Maps Cycling Directions\" width=\"232\" height=\"500\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Swipe up to reveal a few more options, including whether or not you want Maps to avoid hills and busy roads (potentially increasing travel time.) If you tap on the route duration, you will see a list of directions that you\u2019ll have to follow, with an indicator to let you know whether the route is taking a dedicated bike path, separated bike lane, or side road.<\/p>\n<p>When you\u2019re ready, hit \u201cGo\u201d and you\u2019ll see your directions appear. You can swipe through the various steps at the top of the screen, or simply wait for them to update based on your location.<\/p>\n<p>Cycling instructions were added to Apple Maps as part of the iOS 14 update. If you don\u2019t see the option on your app, we recommend updating your device\u00a0and trying again.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Follow_Cycling_Directions_on_Apple_Watch\"><\/span>Follow Cycling Directions on Apple Watch<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When you tap \u201cGo,\u201d directions are sent to your Apple Watch. Simply lift your wrist and you should see your current directions listed. If you don\u2019t see anything, open the \u201cApple Maps\u201d companion app on your Apple Watch, then tap on your route when it appears.<\/p>\n<p>If directions aren\u2019t working, open the \u201cApple Watch\u201d app on your iPhone, find Maps, and tap on it. Make sure that \u201cCycling\u201d is enabled under \u201cTurn Alerts,\u201d and turn off or on any other types of instruction you want to receive on your Watch.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-698488\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/xapple_watch_cycling.png.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.uE4F6sSqNB.png\" alt=\"Apple Watch Cycling Directions\" width=\"411\" height=\"500\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>But you don\u2019t have to use your iPhone at all to get directions right on your Apple Watch. Siri can help you find your way to just about anywhere, provided cycling directions are supported in your area. To do this, simply trigger Siri and state where you want to go.<\/p>\n<p>For some idea of what you can ask:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cHey Siri, get me cycling directions home.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>\u201cHey Siri, get me cycling directions to the nearest 7-11.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>\u201cHey Siri, how long will it take me to cycle to work?\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you choose to use your Apple Watch for directions, you will get haptic notifications and sound alerts to indicate when you need to turn left or right. A low tone followed by a high tone means turn right at the next intersection, while a high tone followed by a low one means turn left.<\/p>\n<p>If you switch to a Watch face while getting directions, you can quickly get back there by tapping the small \u201cApple Maps\u201d icon that appears at the top center of the face.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Google_Maps_Is_a_Solid_Alternative_for_Cyclists\"><\/span>Google Maps Is a Solid Alternative for Cyclists<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For many, Apple Maps simply doesn\u2019t offer cycling directions yet. While waiting for Apple to play catch up, Google Maps already has an impressive index of cycling routes. This could make Google Maps a better cycling companion for many.<\/p>\n<p>Google Maps works virtually identically to Apple Maps in this regard. Launch the app, find your destination, tap on the cycling icon, and hit \u201cStart\u201d to go. You can then open the \u201cGoogle Maps\u201d companion app on your Apple Watch to get turn-by-turn directions.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-698489\" src=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/xgoogle_maps_cycling.png.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.lo55eZfvzR.jpg\" alt=\"Google Maps Cycling Map\" width=\"232\" height=\"500\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><\/p>\n<p>On an iPhone, Google Maps makes it easier to plan your route, too. Tap on the layers icon in the top-right corner of the screen and enable \u201cCycling\u201d under \u201cMap Details\u201d to see all bike lanes, separated paths, and cycleways highlighted in dark green.<\/p>\n<p>You can use this overview to plan your route, adding multiple stops using the route planner if you want. Both Google and Apple\u2019s mapping apps attempt to find cycle-friendly routes, but you should still use discretion and your knowledge of the local area to pick routes that are safe and suited to your cycling ability.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consider_a_Bike_Mount_Too\"><\/span>Consider a Bike Mount, Too<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Apple Watch is an excellent aid in navigating urban and rural settings, but for at-a-glance instructions, you can\u2019t beat an iPhone in a proper bike mount. These come in all shapes and sizes, from cheap clamps to whole mounting systems like the Quad Lock.<\/p>\n<p>If you want an experience that\u2019s closer to what you\u2019d get from a GPS in a car, a bike mount (and a USB battery bank) will do the job.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>\n setTimeout(function(){\n  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n  {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n  n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n  if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n  n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n  t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n  s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s) } (window, document,'script',\n  'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n   fbq('init', '335401813750447');\n   fbq('track', 'PageView');\n  },3000);\n<\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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