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Nobody likes to be surprised by a toll road. They’re an inconvenience that many of us would rather not have to deal with, even if it means taking the scenic route. Luckily for us, Apple Maps offers alternative directions that avoid toll roads, saving us some money in the process.
If you are looking to avoid those annoying toll booths, this is the article for you. Here you will find detailed guidelines on how to avoid toll roads using your iOS devices.
How to avoid tolls in Apple Maps on an iPhone
Although Apple Maps allows you to change your settings to avoid toll roads, the feature is not found within the app. You’ll have to do this from “Settings,” which can be a little confusing. With this feature enabled, every time you type a destination, Apple Maps will automatically offer you several different free routes, along with their distance and estimated driving time. However, if you want to avoid toll roads on a trip-by-trip basis, that’s something you can do right in the Apple Maps app.
To change your settings to always avoid toll roads, follow the steps below:
- Open the “Settings” app on your phone.
- Tap “Maps.”
- Under “Directions,” tap “Driving.”
- Under “Roads”, toggle the feature to enable it.
- In the “Avoid” section, change “Tolls” to enable the feature.
Apple Maps will automatically give you routes that don’t have toll roads.
If you want to avoid toll roads on a trip-by-trip basis, you can do so right in Apple Maps. To do this:
- In Apple Maps, type your destination but don’t tap “Go” yet.
- Swipe up or tap the top bar of the window to reveal more options.
- Select “Driving options.”
- Tap the “Tolls” button to enable the bypass feature.
- Select “Done.”
- Maps will now give you a main route without toll roads and other paid routes.
- Once you’re happy with your selection, tap “Go.”
How to avoid tolls in Apple Maps on a Mac
If you’re using your Mac to find directions to your destination, here are the steps you should follow to avoid tolls in Apple Maps.
- Open “Apple Maps” on your Mac.
- Click “View Menu” and select “Directions.”
- Click on the “Drive” option and select “Avoid tolls/highways.”
Apple Maps will now provide you with routes that don’t have toll roads.
How to avoid tolls in Apple Maps on an iPad
To avoid toll roads when navigating with your iPad, you’ll need to go into the Settings app, as the feature isn’t found in Apple Maps. To do this, follow the steps below:
- On your iPad, open the “Settings” app.
- Tap “Maps” and go to “Directions”, select “Drive”.
- Under “Roads”, toggle the feature to enable it.
- In the “Avoid” section, change “Tolls” to enable the feature.
Apple Maps will automatically give you routes that don’t have toll roads.
If you want to avoid toll roads on a trip-by-trip basis, you can do so right in Apple Maps. To do this:
- Open Apple Maps and type your destination.
- Before you press “Go,” display more options by swiping up or tapping the top bar of the window.
- Select “Driving options.”
- Enable the bypass function by pressing the “Tolls” button.
- Click “Done.”
- Maps will now give you a main route without toll roads along with other paid routes.
- Tap “Go” once you’re happy with your selection.
Additional FAQs
How to avoid tolls in Apple Maps offline
Nobody wants to get lost in the middle of nowhere. To avoid losing your way when traveling to a remote area, you can choose to use Apple Maps when you’re offline. Here we will show you how to do it:
1. Make sure “Location Services” is turned on.
2. While you’re still connected to the Internet, enter your destination and tap “Go.”
3. Choose the best route, wait for it to load and let the navigation begin completely.
4. Your course will now be saved to your device and will no longer depend on a Wi-Fi signal.
Sneaking through those pesky toll roads
Toll roads can be an unpleasant surprise, especially when trying to find a place you haven’t been before. Apple Maps can help you find alternative routes that will keep you off highways and their toll booths.
The routes may be a little longer, but Apple Maps will show you how long the alternative route is. From there, you can decide which path to take. Ultimately, having the feature available for use gives you more options when planning your trip.
Do you use Apple Maps frequently? Tell us how you’ve used it to avoid toll roads.
