Free Multi-Stop Route Planner for Deliveries
Optimize your delivery route in seconds. Paste ZIP codes, addresses or a spreadsheet - we'll find the fastest order.
Free Multi-Stop Route Planner for Deliveries
MapTools Route Optimizer is a free tool that helps delivery drivers, couriers, and field workers plan the most efficient route between multiple stops. Simply paste your ZIP codes in any format, and our algorithm will calculate the optimal order to visit each location, minimizing your total travel distance.
Most route planners require sign-ups or paid plans. This one doesn't. Everything runs in your browser, so your delivery addresses are never stored on our servers.
Who Is This For?
Plan your daily route more efficiently. Whether you're doing 10 drops or 100, get them in the right order.
Handle urgent multi-drop deliveries faster. Optimize on the fly as new orders come in.
Visit more customers per day. Reduce windshield time and increase billable hours.
Maximize face-to-face time with clients. Plan territory visits efficiently.
Arrange property showings in the optimal order. Show more homes, close more deals.
Get orders delivered hot. Find the fastest route between restaurants and customers.
How the Route Optimizer Works
Our route planner uses a combination of the Nearest Neighbor algorithm and 2-opt improvement heuristic to solve the Traveling Salesman Problem (TSP). This finds a near-optimal route through all your stops in milliseconds.
The tool calculates straight-line (as-the-crow-flies) distances between ZIP codes, which provides an excellent approximation for route ordering. While actual road distances may vary slightly, the optimized stop sequence will save you significant time compared to visiting locations in a random or input order.
- Paste your ZIP codes - Copy from spreadsheets, emails, or any text. We extract ZIP codes automatically.
- Set start and end points - Tell us where you're starting from. Optionally set where you need to finish.
- Click Optimize - We calculate the best order to visit all stops.
- Share your route - Send via text, email, or copy the link.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many stops can I add?
You can optimize routes with up to 100 stops. For most delivery rounds, this is more than enough. The optimization runs instantly regardless of the number of stops.
Is it really free?
Yes, completely free with no hidden limits. We're supported by advertising, so there's no need for premium tiers or subscriptions.
Do you store my delivery addresses?
No. All processing happens in your web browser. Your ZIP codes are never sent to or stored on our servers. We take privacy seriously.
Does it work for all US ZIP codes?
Yes, we have comprehensive coverage of US ZIP codes across all 50 states. We use local ZIP code data for fast, accurate results.
Can I use this for actual turn-by-turn navigation?
This tool optimizes the order of your stops. You can then open the route directly in Google Maps for turn-by-turn navigation. Note: Google Maps supports up to 10 stops, so for longer routes you'll need to navigate in batches or use the optimized list with your GPS.
How accurate is the distance calculation?
We calculate straight-line distances between ZIP codes, which is excellent for determining the optimal stop order. Actual road distances will be somewhat longer, but the sequence will be correct.
Can I share my route with others?
Yes! After optimizing, you can share your route via text message, email, or copy a direct link. Recipients will see your exact route on the map.
Tips for Best Results
- Use 5-digit ZIP codes - "10001" works best for accurate location mapping
- Paste from any source - The tool extracts ZIP codes from messy text, CSV data, or email threads
- Set your start point - This ensures the route begins from where you actually are
- Use end ZIP code for round trips - If you need to return to base, enter your home base ZIP code as the end point
- Share the link - Bookmark or share optimized routes to reload them later
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