UK train journey info now available on Google Maps

GOOGLE Maps and thetrainline have joined forces to offer nationwide UK train travel information as part of their journey planning service. As well as getting London Underground info and car and pedestrian direction, Google Maps users will now be able to check travel information on 2,500 train stations and 170,000 train trips, as well as 8,000 bus stops.

Integrated into the existing Google Maps platform, national rail, Underground, bus, tram and Docklands Light Railway (DLR) line information will be accessible through train and bus icons on maps, providing both timetable information and walking directions too. The service also gives users the ability to book journeys, with timetables linking out to the thetrainline booking page.