In January 2026, MapMyIndia rolled out a significant
enhancement to its Mappls navigation app, expanding it beyond road-based
guidance to include public transport journey planning. The update brings metro,
rail, and bus networks onto a single platform, aiming to simplify daily
commuting in urban India.
What’s New in the Mappls App
Unified Public Transport View
Commuters can now access structured information on metro
systems, city bus routes, and railway services within the app. This includes
station names, bus stops, route connections, and interchange points, all mapped
clearly for easy reference.
End-to-End Multimodal Journeys
The upgraded Mappls app enables users to design trips that
blend multiple transport modes seamlessly. For example, a journey can include
walking to a nearby bus stop, taking a bus to a metro station, and continuing
the rest of the trip by train—without relying on separate apps or websites.
Works with Existing Navigation Features
The public transport layer integrates smoothly with Mappls’
core services such as turn-by-turn navigation, live traffic insights, and
safety notifications, offering a more holistic travel experience.
Richer Route Details
For transit-based trips, users receive practical information
like estimated journey duration, metro line names (such as Red or Violet
lines), and the total number of stops or stations along the route—helping commuters
make informed choices.
Rollout and Availability
The multimodal transit feature is currently accessible on
iOS devices and the web version of Mappls. MapMyIndia has confirmed that an
Android release is in the pipeline.
At launch, the service covers 18 key Indian cities,
including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune,
Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Chandigarh, Bhopal, Indore, Nagpur, Patna, Lucknow,
Kanpur, and Agra.
Why It Matters
By consolidating public transport data into a single navigation interface, MapMyIndia aims to reduce the friction commuters face when juggling multiple platforms for routes, timings, and transfers. The update positions Mappls as a more complete urban mobility companion rather than just a driving navigation app.
By - Aaradhay Sharma
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