Google Maps Now Offers Real-Time Data For MBTA Bus Riders
BOSTON (CBS) - Traveling around Boston by bus is getting a lot easier for many riders.
On Wednesday, Google unveiled its version of real-time mapping for MBTA buses.
The new feature is similar to some current apps that are available, but Google Maps is not limiting the real-time data just to mobile phone users. You can also access the feature on any desktop computer.
WBZ NewsRadio 1030's Karen Twomey reports
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"Millions and millions of potential customers have access to it," MBTA General Manager Richard Davey told WBZ NewsRadio 1030.
Davey talks to WBZ NewsRadio 1030's Matt Ledin
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The way it works is you click on a station or the 'plan a route' option. Google Maps will tell you about any delays or service alerts and the exact time your bus is expected to arrive.
"It will be much more convenient for customers using Google transit maps to get to where they need to get to," said Davey.
The MBTA is one of just six transit systems worldwide that Google Maps is currently offering the feature for.
