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text-commute-info

Fetches Google Maps commute routes and texts travel options via SMS.

Updated Sep 5, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#sms#transit#commute#google maps#route planning#travel time
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SillyHippy/zo-skills --skill text-commute-info-sillyhippy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: text-commute-info
Source: https://github.com/SillyHippy/zo-skills/tree/main/skills/text-commute-info
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SillyHippy/zo-skills --skill text-commute-info-sillyhippy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Checking commute times and route options manually every morning is repetitive, and this Skill automates the lookup and delivers the results directly to your phone as a text message. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Route Lookup: Builds a Google Maps directions URL from your origin, destination, and travel mode (driving, transit, walking, bicycling, two-wheeler) and reads the results. - SMS Delivery: Texts you the top two travel options with estimated travel times, including every train or bus line and transfer for transit routes, plus the Google Maps link. - Automation Ready: Can be converted into a recurring Rule or scheduled Agent Task, for example a daily morning text with your commute to work or school. ## Quick Start Text me my commute time from Brooklyn to Manhattan by transit with the top two route options.

Frequently Asked Questions about text-commute-info

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I get my commute time sent to my phone automatically?▼

Provide your origin, destination, and travel mode, and the Skill builds a Google Maps directions URL, reads the route options, and texts you the top two choices with travel times. You can also schedule it as a recurring Agent Task for daily morning delivery.

How to check transit routes with all train and bus transfers?▼

Specify transit as your travel mode and the Skill lists every train or bus line and transfer in the route, such as taking the M, then G, then L. It also includes the Google Maps link so you can view the full route.

What travel modes does Google Maps commute lookup support?▼

The Skill supports driving, transit, walking, bicycling, and two-wheeler modes. The chosen mode is passed directly into the Google Maps directions URL as the travelmode parameter.

Can I schedule daily commute text messages automatically?▼

Yes, the Skill can create a scheduled Agent Task with SMS delivery that runs the commute lookup each morning. It can also be set up as a Rule triggered whenever you text asking for commute info.

What do I need before using SMS commute notifications?▼

Your phone number must be added to your account first, since results are delivered via the send_sms_to_user tool. Without a registered number, the route details cannot be texted to you.

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