October 11, 2026
How to Get Directions From Google Maps Using Siri [Video]

How to Get Directions From Google Maps Using Siri [Video]

Posted December 17, 2012 at 5:27am by
Here's a tip posted by Tom Rich on how to get directions from the new Google Maps app using Siri.

The trick is to add the words 'via transit' after your request to Siri.


Take a look at the video below to see it demoed...

[via Carl]


Add Comment
Would you like to be notified when someone replies or adds a new comment?
Yes (All Threads)
Yes (This Thread Only)
No
iClarified Icon
Notifications
Would you like to be notified when we post a new Apple news article or tutorial?
Yes
No
Comments (11)
Comments are closed for this article.
Martin
Martin - December 18, 2012 at 4:16am
Solves the problem of accessing Contacts as well. Try "transit directions to (Contact Name)"
wittybob
wittybob - December 17, 2012 at 9:23pm
you don't have to use "via". "Transit directions to (destination)" or "Transit directions from (Location 1) to (Location 2)" works just fine.
start3r
start3r - December 17, 2012 at 7:10am
Think you'll find both are correct.
DanCJ
DanCJ - December 17, 2012 at 8:15am
Yup. Rout is pronounced 'row-t' - but that's a different word.
Thatcher
Thatcher - December 17, 2012 at 9:47am
I think you'll find he pronounced it properly in the video. After all, he is English and oddly enough the English language comes from......wait for it.......wait for it......England! Bear in mind that the US took our language (English!) and changed it slightly.
Mike
Mike - December 17, 2012 at 5:52am
How is it in spanish?
Dude
Dude - December 17, 2012 at 9:02am
This is Latin, not Spanish
iCrunch
iCrunch - December 17, 2012 at 5:32am
Well, I prefer my method, which is using the Dictation feature once you open Google Maps, which you can also have Siri do. (the opening of the Google Maps app, that is)
turim
turim - December 17, 2012 at 8:57am
What do mean? Is there a speech feature in the new Google Maps apps for iOS? Where?
DanCJ
DanCJ - December 17, 2012 at 9:08am
There's speech recognition in any app that uses the standard iphone keyboard.
turim
turim - December 17, 2012 at 9:10am
Oh, yeah, of course! Didn´t think of that! Thanks :-)
Recent. Read the latest Apple News.
RECENT
Apple Strikes AI Audio Deal With Huxe, Founded by Former NotebookLM Developers
Apple Strikes AI Audio Deal With Huxe, Founded by Former NotebookLM Developers
Apple's October Launches: What's Confirmed and What to Expect
Apple's October Launches: What's Confirmed and What to Expect
Apple-LG Home Accessories Could Offer Dynamic Island Proximity Controls [Leak]
Apple-LG Home Accessories Could Offer Dynamic Island Proximity Controls [Leak]
iPhone Duo vs. Pixel 11 Pro Fold: Which Foldable Should You Buy?
iPhone Duo vs. Pixel 11 Pro Fold: Which Foldable Should You Buy?
Apple Reportedly Reduces iPhone 18 Pro Component Orders for October
Apple Reportedly Reduces iPhone 18 Pro Component Orders for October
More News
Tutorials. Help is here.
TUTORIALS
How To Force Restart iPhone [Video]
How To Turn Off iPhone [Video]
How To Back Up Your iPhone to an External Drive on Mac [Video]
Where To Download iPad Firmware Files From
Where To Download iPhone Firmware Files From
More Tutorials
Deals. Save on Apple devices and accessories.
DEALS
The Best TV Deals: LG 83-Inch C6 OLED $3,499, Sony 65-Inch BRAVIA 6 $1,298, and More
The Best TV Deals: LG 83-Inch C6 OLED $3,499, Sony 65-Inch BRAVIA 6 $1,298, and More
Today's Best Tech Deals: Bose QuietComfort Headphones $169, Hisense U7 $827.99, and More
Today's Best Tech Deals: Bose QuietComfort Headphones $169, Hisense U7 $827.99, and More
Apple Deals Still Available After Prime Big Deal Days: 16-Inch MacBook Pro $562 Off
Apple Deals Still Available After Prime Big Deal Days: 16-Inch MacBook Pro $562 Off
Prime Big Deal Days Ends Tonight: The Best Deals Still Live
Prime Big Deal Days Ends Tonight: The Best Deals Still Live
Mac mini Drops to $779.99 for Prime Big Deal Days [Deal]
Mac mini Drops to $779.99 for Prime Big Deal Days [Deal]
More Deals