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UK Government Partners with Google for Real-Time Bus Tracking in Maps Nationwide
A partnership between the UK Government and Google will introduce live bus tracking in Google Maps across the country. The feature provides estimated arrival times and real-time locations to simplify public transport. It forms part of a broader strategy to improve connectivity and sustainability.
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The UK Government has partnered with Google to implement real-time tracking for buses nationwide in Google Maps, allowing users to see live locations and estimated arrival times. This initiative, backed by the Department for Transport, will make the technology available across the entire country.
The feature displays buses moving in real-time on maps for free, with data updating constantly throughout journeys.
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander stated: 'For too long, getting from A to B has been more complicated than it needs to be. People want journeys to be easy and reliable. They want to be able to get off a train and straight on to a bus without having to battle through a confusing system or buy separate tickets for each part of their journey.'
The real-time bus tracking could provide estimated time of arrival for the next bus when planning routes. Google Maps will show precise arrival times for buses rather than scheduled ones. To use the real-time bus feature, users open Google Maps on their mobile, type in a destination, and tap the 'Public Transport' option to see bus locations and expected arrival times.
The partnership is part of the Government's Better Connected transport strategy, which contains more than 40 fully funded commitments to make daily journeys simpler. The real-time bus tracking feature is expected to roll out gradually to all parts of the country.
A Director of Geo Partnerships at Google Maps stated: 'We are committed to using data and technology to help people make more sustainable and informed travel choices every day.
