How to Find Halfway Point on Google Maps

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Finding a halfway point between two locations can be a bit tricky on Google Maps, as there’s no direct feature for this. However, you can still achieve it through the following methods:

Method 1: Measure the Distance

  1. Open Google Maps: Go to Google Maps on your web browser.
  2. Right-click on Starting Point: Right-click on your starting point and select “Measure Distance.”
  3. Click on Ending Point: Click on the map again to mark the second location.
  4. Note the Distance: The distance between the two points will be displayed. You can manually find the halfway point by looking at the distance.

Method 2: Calculate Using Coordinates

  1. Get Coordinates: Find the coordinates of both starting and ending points.
  2. Calculate Latitude: Add the latitudes of each point and divide by two.
  3. Calculate Longitude: Add the longitudes of each location and divide by two.
  4. Enter New Coordinates: Write down the new coordinates, which represent the latitudes and longitudes of the midpoint, and enter them in Google Maps.

Method 3: Use Third-Party Services

  1. Choose a Service: Websites like WhatsHalfway and TravelMath can automatically calculate the halfway point.
  2. Enter Addresses: Input the starting and ending addresses.
  3. View the Halfway Point: The service will highlight the point in the middle and may provide additional information like nearby hotels or restaurants.

To find the halfway point on Google Maps, you can enter the starting and ending locations in the directions feature, and then identify a point that is roughly halfway along the route. Some third-party websites and tools also offer specific functionality to calculate the exact halfway point between two locations using Google Maps.

While Google Maps doesn’t offer a direct tool to find the halfway point, these methods provide practical workarounds. Whether you’re measuring the distance manually, calculating coordinates, or using a third-party service, you can find the perfect spot to meet halfway.

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