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Export Google Maps List: Complete Guide for CSV, KML & GPX

Learn how to export Google Maps lists with coordinates for spreadsheets and GPS devices. Step-by-step guide for converting your custom lists to CSV, KML, and GPX formats.

August 11, 2025

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Are you looking to export your Google Maps Lists for use in spreadsheets, mapping applications, or GPS devices? This comprehensive guide will walk you through the entire process, from extracting your Lists from Google to converting them into formats like CSV, KML, and GPX.

What are Google Maps Lists and Why Export Them?

Google Maps Lists are collections of places you've saved, organized by categories like "Favorites," "Want to go," or custom lists you've created. Exporting these lists offers several advantages:

  • Create custom travel itineraries in spreadsheets
  • Visualize your collections in Google Earth or other mapping software
  • Use your saved places in navigation apps like OsmAnd or HERE WeGo
  • Share your curated locations with friends or colleagues
  • Back up your location data outside of Google's ecosystem
  • Analyze your saved places in business intelligence tools

The Challenge: Google Maps Export Limitations

When exporting your Lists from Google, you'll quickly discover a significant limitation: Google Takeout doesn't provide the actual geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) for your saved places. Instead, it only gives you the addresses and place names, which aren't directly usable in most mapping applications or GPS devices.

Step-by-Step Solution

1. Export Your Lists from Google Takeout

First, let's get your data out of Google:

  1. Go to Google Takeout
  2. Deselect all options (click "Deselect all" at the top)
  3. Scroll down and select only "Saved" - this contains all your Google Maps Lists
  4. Click "Next step"
  5. Choose "Export once" and set the export format to .zip
  6. Click "Create export"
  7. Wait for the export to complete (you'll receive an email)
  8. Download the ZIP file from your email or the Takeout page
  9. Unzip the file and locate the CSV files for your Lists

2. The Geocoding Challenge

At this point, you have your Lists, but they're not in a format that can be used in most applications. The exported data lacks geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude), which are essential for mapping. This is where geocoding comes in ā€“ the process of converting addresses into geographic coordinates.

3. Geocoding Options

You have several options for geocoding:

Option 1: Manual Geocoding (Time-Consuming)

You could manually look up each address and find its coordinates, but this is extremely time-consuming if you have more than a few places in your Lists.

Option 2: Use a Geocoding API

Developers might use Google's Geocoding API or other services, but this requires programming knowledge and potentially API costs.

Option 3: Use Takeout Tools (Recommended)

The simplest solution is to use Takeout Tools, a service specifically designed to solve this problem:

  1. Visit Takeout Tools
  2. Upload your exported CSV files from Google Takeout (you can upload multiple Lists at once)
  3. If your CSV headers are not in English, please translate them to match the exact column names (case-sensitive) to avoid parsing errors
  4. The service automatically geocodes all your saved places
  5. Choose your preferred export format:
    • CSV (with added latitude/longitude)
    • GPX (for navigation apps)
    • KML (for Google Earth/My Maps)
    • GeoJSON (for developers and data workflows)

4. Understanding Your Exported Formats

Once you have your geocoded data, here's how to use each format:

CSV with Coordinates

A CSV (Comma-Separated Values) file is perfect for spreadsheet analysis and database imports. Your exported CSV will contain:

  • Original place names and addresses
  • Added latitude and longitude coordinates
  • List/category information
  • Any notes or additional metadata

GPX Format

GPX (GPS Exchange Format) is an XML schema designed for GPS devices and navigation apps. It's ideal for:

  • Importing into OsmAnd, HERE WeGo, and other navigation apps
  • Loading onto handheld GPS devices
  • Route planning for outdoor activities

KML Format

KML (Keyhole Markup Language) is designed for geographic visualization in applications like Google Earth. Use it to:

  • Open your Lists in Google Earth with proper place markers
  • Import into Google My Maps for custom styling
  • Share location collections with visual elements

GeoJSON Format

GeoJSON is a developer-friendly format based on JSON, perfect for web mapping and data analysis projects.

Benefits of Using Takeout Tools

  • Time-Saving: Automatically processes hundreds of places in minutes
  • Accurate Geocoding: Ensures your places are positioned correctly on any map
  • List Preservation: Maintains your original List categories and organization
  • Format Flexibility: Convert between multiple formats based on your needs
  • Privacy-Focused: Your data is processed securely and not stored permanently

Conclusion: Unlock Your Google Maps Lists Anywhere

Exporting your Google Maps Lists opens up a world of possibilities beyond the Google Maps app. With properly geocoded data in your preferred format, you can visualize, analyze, and use your carefully curated places in any application or device.

Don't let Google's export limitations hold you back. With Takeout Tools, you can quickly transform your Lists into properly geocoded files ready for immediate use in your preferred applications.

Get it done quickly with Takeout Tools

Save hours and avoid API complexity. Upload your Google Takeout "Saved" CSVs and download clean CSV/KML/GPX with coordinates.

  • Takeout Tools
  • Accurate geocoding
  • Multiple export formats
  • Privacy-conscious processing

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