Ever wondered how far you can actually travel in 30 minutes? Forget simple distance circles – this free travel time map shows you the real reach based on actual roads and your chosen transport mode. Whether you’re driving, cycling, or walking, see exactly what’s within your time budget.
Simply search for any location, pick your travel mode, and select a time limit. The map instantly generates an isochrone – a shape showing everywhere you can reach. Use it for commute planning, finding a new home, or scoping out delivery zones for your business.
Click anywhere on the map to set a new starting point, or use the location button to start from where you are right now. Try it below:
What is a Travel Time Map?
A travel time map (also called an isochrone map) shows you exactly how far you can travel from any location within a specific time frame. Unlike a simple radius circle that only measures distance, this tool calculates actual travel time based on roads, paths, and your chosen mode of transport.
Whether you’re house hunting and want to know your commute options, planning delivery zones for your business, or finding the perfect meeting spot between friends, this tool gives you a realistic picture of what’s reachable.
How to Use This Tool
- Set your starting point – Search for an address, use your current location, or click anywhere on the map
- Choose your travel mode – Select driving, cycling, or walking
- Pick your time limit – Choose 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes
- View your reach – The colored area shows everywhere you can travel within your time limit
The map updates automatically when you click a new location. You can also download your isochrone as a GeoJSON file for use in other mapping applications.
Understanding the Colors
The map uses color-coded zones to show travel times at a glance:
- Green – 15 minutes
- Yellow – 30 minutes
- Orange – 45 minutes
- Red – 60 minutes
Common Use Cases
Real Estate and House Hunting
Evaluate potential homes based on commute times to your workplace. See which neighborhoods keep you within a 30-minute drive, or find areas where you could bike to work in under 20 minutes.
Business Planning
Define delivery zones, service areas, or catchment regions based on realistic travel times rather than arbitrary distance circles. Perfect for restaurants, delivery services, and service businesses.
Meeting Points
Find fair meeting locations by comparing travel time zones from multiple starting points. Great for coordinating meetups with friends or clients from different areas.
Urban Planning and Research
Analyze accessibility and connectivity in different areas. Understand how well-served a location is by comparing walking, cycling, and driving isochrones.
Travel Time vs. Distance Radius
A 10-kilometer radius looks like a perfect circle on a map, but that’s not how travel works in the real world. Roads curve, traffic patterns vary, and some areas are simply harder to reach than others.
Travel time maps account for the actual road network, giving you an irregular shape that reflects reality. A 30-minute drive might take you 40km along a highway but only 15km through city streets – and this tool shows you exactly that difference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an isochrone?
An isochrone is a line on a map connecting all points that can be reached in the same amount of time from a given starting point. The word comes from Greek: “iso” (equal) + “chronos” (time). When filled in, it creates an isochrone polygon – the colored shapes you see on this map.
Does this account for traffic?
The current version uses average travel speeds based on road types rather than real-time traffic data. This gives you a baseline estimate that’s useful for planning, though actual travel times may vary during rush hours or special events.
How accurate is the cycling and walking data?
The tool calculates cycling and walking routes based on available paths and typical speeds (around 15-20 km/h for cycling, 5 km/h for walking). It considers road types and path availability, though it may not account for elevation changes or surface conditions.
Can I save or export my map?
Yes! Click the “Download GeoJSON” link in the control panel to export your isochrone as a GeoJSON file. You can import this into GIS software, Google Earth, or other mapping tools for further analysis.
Why does my isochrone look irregular?
That’s exactly how it should look! The irregular shape reflects the real road network. You can travel further along highways and main roads than through residential areas with many turns. The shape reveals how connected your location actually is.