Google Maps to GPX: How to Convert, View & Add a GPX File in Google Maps (plus On The Go Map & Gmap Pedometer)
Need to export a route from Google Maps to GPX, or open a GPX file in Google Maps? Follow this step-by-step tutorial—plus see how we compare to On The Go Map and Gmap Pedometer.
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Create Street-Snapped GPX Route →Why Google Maps Doesn't Export Activity GPX Files Directly
Runners frequently search for 'google maps to gpx' or 'google maps export gpx' after mapping a jogging loop on desktop Google Maps. Unfortunately, standard Google Maps only exports KML/KMZ directions without elevation tags or workout timestamps—meaning Strava and Garmin Connect will reject the file.
Instead of using a separate KML to GPX converter and manually adding timestamps, you can draw the exact same street route on our Free Running Route Generator, click 'Align Path to Road', and export a ready-to-upload GPX v1.1 file with one click.
How to Open & View a GPX File in Google Maps
If you already downloaded a .gpx file and want to know how to open a GPX file in Google Maps, use Google My Maps (google.com/mymaps):
- 1. Open Google My Maps and click 'Create a New Map'.
- 2. Under 'Untitled Layer', click 'Import' and select your .gpx file.
- 3. Better Alternative for Runners: Unlike old tools like On The Go Map or Gmap Pedometer that only measure distance, FakeStrava.online lets you preview your route, calculate splits in the Strava Run Pace Calculator, and export a transparent Strava overlay.
Essential Running & Route Tools
Fake Run Map Studio • Strava Run Pace Calculator • Transparent Strava Overlay • Fake Garmin Activity Generator • Strava Art Generator • How to Upload GPX Route to Strava