{"id":2640,"date":"2025-08-21T01:25:59","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T01:25:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zeemaps.com\/blog\/?p=2640"},"modified":"2025-08-29T16:30:03","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T16:30:03","slug":"public-transit-overlay","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zeemaps.com\/blog\/public-transit-overlay\/","title":{"rendered":"Add Public Transit Overlay to Your Custom Map"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

ZeeMaps now allows you to add a Google city public transit network overlay to your maps. This means you can view public transportation information\u2014such as bus, train, subway, bike, and even ferry routes\u2014directly in your ZeeMaps map. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re planning a commute, organizing a field trip, or coordinating team travel, you can now see the latest transit options without switching between apps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Activate a Transit Overlay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To turn on this feature, open your map and go to \u2018Map\u2019<\/strong> in the top menu, then select \u2018Settings\u2019<\/strong>. From the tabs on the left-hand side, choose \u2018Map Display\u2019<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check the box that says \u2018Overlay city public transit network\u2019 <\/strong>and click Save Changes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Real-time Transit Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your map will now display public transit lines and stations as a colored overlay. You\u2019ll see icons for stops and stations, along with route lines that match the transit system\u2019s colors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In some cities, you may also view live departure times and service updates, such as delays or closures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, if you\u2019re mapping in New York City, subway lines and stations will be overlaid on your map, making it easy to plan routes<\/a> around your plotted locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n