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Google Earth route export

Google Maps to KML Converter

Paste a Google Maps directions link and download the route as a KML file.

Paste your directions link

Desktop and shortened Google Maps links are supported.

In Google Maps, create a route, choose Share, then copy the link.

Travel mode

“From link” keeps the mode shared by Google Maps. Choose a mode to override it.

Free to use. Your link is processed only to create the download and is not saved.

Google Maps is a trademark of Google LLC. Mandro is not affiliated with or endorsed by Google.

How to convert Google Maps to KML

1

Create your route

Open Google Maps and add your start, destination, and any stops.

2

Copy the link

Select Share, then copy the Google Maps directions link.

3

Download KML

Paste the link, confirm the travel mode, and download your KML file.

Use your Google Maps route in Google Earth

KML (Keyhole Markup Language) is the mapping format used by Google Earth and supported by Google My Maps and many GIS applications. This converter turns the route geometry from your Google Maps directions link into a standard KML download.

Check the route before using it

Select walking, cycling, or driving if the shared link does not preserve its travel mode. Always review the converted path because access rules, roads, and trails can change.

Frequently asked questions

Useful details about route accuracy, travel modes, and opening KML files.

Create the route in Google Maps, copy its directions share link, paste it into the converter, and download the KML file. You can then open the file in Google Earth, Google My Maps, or another KML-compatible application.

Yes. The downloaded KML contains the route as a LineString that can be opened in Google Earth. The line follows the calculated route geometry and can be viewed over terrain and satellite imagery.

Yes. The converter can create driving, cycling, and walking routes. It first looks for the mode in the shared link, and the travel-mode buttons let you override it when necessary.

No. The KML file contains the route line for viewing and sharing, not turn-by-turn instructions, live traffic, or navigation alerts.

The route is recalculated from the shared origin, destination, stops, and travel mode. Alternative-route choices and some preferences may not be present in the URL, and map data can change over time.

No. Mandro processes the link only to create the KML download and does not save it through this converter.

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