How to fix when iPhone maps do not show route

What to do when iPhone maps do not show the route? iFan, don't worry, see the cause and solution below from TipsMake.

The map application on iPhone is one of the very convenient applications and works as effectively as the prominent navigation applications today. When using the map application on iPhone, you will encounter many cases where the map does not display the route. So what causes this situation to appear? Let's find out in the article below how to fix the iPhone map not displaying the route immediately.

Reasons why iPhone maps do not show routes

The route could not be displayed because there was a problem connecting to the server is usually the main cause of the route not showing error on iPhone. But it is also possible that this error comes from the iPhone itself. The main causes identified by TipsMake are :

1. Due to weak or unstable internet connection on Apple Maps.  Unstable internet connection is always the main factor when it comes to route errors. Even Google Maps not navigating on iPhone is often due to this reason.
2. GPS location is not enabled  so it will not be able to determine your location. Obviously this will cause the route to not be displayed. This is common when iFan accidentally turns off location services or does not grant GPS permission.
3. Software or app glitches. Problems with the app or the process are less common. But there's no denying that conflicts with other apps on the iPhone or incomplete software updates can easily cause errors.
4. Map data error is a common occurrence. The map may not be updated in time, resulting in the route not being displayed. Usually, this is because you turned on the network while the map was not loaded enough, so the route does not have enough data to clearly indicate the direction.

Based on these, iFan can immediately perform the following fixes.

Fix map not showing directions on iPhone 

First, let's go to simple troubleshooting methods such as checking the Internet. Is the Wifi or 4G, 5G connection unstable? Next, try restarting the application and the iPhone. Exiting and re-entering are simple operations that every iFan knows, so I will not guide you anymore. Here are some other slightly more complicated ways for you to fix the error of iPhone maps not showing the route.

Enable location services

To ensure that the ' Maps ' application can support accurate routes, location updates are necessary. Please follow these steps to check if you have enabled Location Services (GPS) for the application.

1. Step 1 : Go to Settings, select Privacy & Security, click on Location Services.
2. Step 2 : Slide the Location Services button to the right (green) to turn it on.

1. Step 3 : While you're at it, scroll down to see if the 'Maps' app is licensed for location services.

Otherwise you can click directly on 'Maps' and select 'While using the app'.

Turn on 'Exact Location' for more accurate routing. Finally, go back to the app and see if the error is fixed.

Delete iPhone map memory not showing route

Some of the issues related to the crash are due to the data making 'wrong judgments'. Please clear the cache of the Maps app.

Currently, most apps do not have a ' Clear data' option like on Android. So if you want to clear the cache, you have to do a roundabout way. That is, delete the app on your phone and download it again. This method should be applied after you have tried ' Update [Maps] and [Operating System] apps'.

Use alternative apps or reports

If the problem persists and you need to use directions immediately, try using other map applications. The boss suggests some effective applications such as: Google Maps, Waze.

Then, if you have time, you can report to Apple the error situation that cannot be resolved. (Open the 'Maps' application, swipe up to show the ' Report a problem ' option. Then select 'Route report' or other reports).

Problems with route errors on iPhone are extremely simple. TipsMake wishes iFans success in fixing the problem of iPhone Maps not showing routes!

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Update 02 January 2025