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Route Planning Tools

Route planning tools and apps are essential for active and sustainable travel. They optimise routes, provide real-time updates, and promote healthier lifestyles by encouraging walking, cycling and public transport. These tools also help reduce your carbon footprint, save costs, and offer convenience with features like offline maps and voice navigation. Below you will find examples of just some of the free route planning tools available. There are many options to choose from. Explore online and your app store to find the options that most suit your needs.


My Journey Hampshire Journey Planner

  • Plan sustainable travel routes including walking, cycling, public transport, and car sharing.
  • Compare travel options to find the most efficient, cost-effective, or eco-friendly route.
  • Access real-time travel information.
  • Discover safe walking and cycling paths.
  • Explore alternatives to driving alone.

 


CycleStreets

  • UK-specific routes, especially urban commuting.
  • Uses a detailed UK map database to suggest quiet, balanced, or fastest routes.
  • Ideal for avoiding busy roads and finding bike-friendly paths.

 

Strava

  • Popular for tracking and social sharing, with route planning as a premium feature.
  • Explore popular routes used by other cyclists.
  • Tracks your walks and lets you compare performance over time.
  • Explore popular walking segments used by others.
  • Best if you're motivated by community and performance tracking.

 

Google Maps

  • Widely used for public transport, walking, and cycling directions.
  • Provides real-time transit updates and multiple route options.
  • Great for multi-modal journeys & planning on the go.

 

Trainline

  • Covers over 270 train and coach companies across the UK and Europe.
  • Offers real-time tracking, mobile ticketing, and fare comparisons.
  • Great for finding the best prices and managing train travel easily.

 

National Rail

  • The official app for UK train services.
  • Known for highly accurate real-time updates and disruption alerts.
  • Ideal for commuters needing reliable train info and journey planning.

 

Go Jauntly

  • Finding greener, more pleasant walking routes in urban areas.
  • UK-based app with user-generated walks, including step-by-step directions and photos.
  • Especially useful for city commuters looking to avoid busy roads or discover scenic shortcuts.



MapMyWalk

  • Tracking and improving your walking routine.
  • Provides route suggestions, pace, distance, and calorie tracking.
  • Syncs with Apple Health, Google Fit, and Strava