Google maps to include Metro schedules, routes

Published June 7, 2008 4:00am ET



Metro is working with Google to add its bus and rail schedules to the popular search engine’s mapping feature, ensuring that public transit routes show up when Web surfers search Google for directions in the Washington area.

Metro gave Google its schedules and maps three months ago. The program is currently in the testing phase because the itineraries generated by Google Maps are not always matching up with Metro’s, General Manager John Catoe said Friday.

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