Google Maps Transit Directions Bug Causing Widespread Crashes
Google Maps users are reporting a frustrating new bug that causes the app to crash whenever thay attempt to look up transit directions. Despite users trying a range of troubleshooting steps, the issue persists, impacting navigation for public transportation users across various regions.
Google Maps Crashing Exclusively for Public transit Searches
The bug appears to be highly specific, affecting only searches for public transit routes. Users on platforms like reddit have detailed how the Google maps app on Android closes abruptly and returns to the home screen immediately after selecting public transit as a navigation option. This problem is not limited to a single region, with users in the US, UK, and Germany all reporting similar experiences. Crucially, other navigation modes, such as walking, cycling, and driving directions, remain unaffected.
Android Police has confirmed the bug, successfully replicating it on version 25.30.00.78516346 of the Google Maps app. The official Google support forums are also seeing an influx of complaints from users experiencing this disruptive issue.
User Frustration Mounts as Common Fixes Fail
The severity of the bug is amplified by the fact that standard troubleshooting methods are proving ineffective. Users have reported trying common fixes such as clearing the app’s cache and data, uninstalling and reinstalling updates, and even disabling location services, all without success.This suggests a deeper issue within the specific app version or its interaction with transit data.
While the overall number of complaints on services like downdetector has seen a marginal increase, the targeted nature of this bug points to a specific problem within the Google Maps application itself, especially affecting the aforementioned version. There is currently no readily available temporary workaround, other than possibly reverting to an older, unaffected version of the Google Maps app.
Google has yet to officially acknowledge the bug,but with widespread user reports on both community forums and social media,it is indeed hoped that the company will address and resolve this critical issue promptly. Given Google Maps’ status as an essential tool for millions worldwide,a swift fix is paramount to restoring seamless transit navigation.
