Timing is everything, especially when it comes to your daily commute. A long road trip is subject to weather, road closures, and rush hour traffic. Save time behind the wheel and check out these traffic apps that will get you to your destination fast.

Google Maps is one of the most prominent traffic navigation apps. Over the years, it has evolved from a simple turn-by-turn service to alerting you of traffic events, monitoring traffic in real time, predicting when you need to leave to make that meeting saved in your calendar, and even sharing your location with friends.

Google Maps isn’t limited to drivers. Use it for walking, biking, and public transit directions. Street View shows panoramic views of most locations.

With billions of downloads on the Google Play Store, it's a solid choice for your navigation. If service is an issue, use the app to download offline maps.