Check a candidate's commute before you submit
Enter the candidate's postcode and the job's location and get the distance, drive time and a rough cost — a two-second sanity check that stops you putting forward someone who'll drop out over the journey.
Free to try — no card, no signup until you export.
Distance & drive time
See how far the commute really is and how long it takes, door to door.
Rough running cost
A quick estimate of the cost of the commute, so you can flag it early.
Catch drop-outs early
Sanity-check the journey before an interview, not after the candidate ghosts.
How it works
Enter the locations
Add the candidate's postcode and the job's location.
See the commute
Get the distance, drive time and rough cost instantly.
Make the call
Decide whether the commute is realistic before you submit.
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to enter?
Just the candidate's location and the job's location — the tool works out the distance, drive time and a rough cost.
Is it free?
Yes, it's free to try with a monthly allowance, and paid plans unlock the whole suite with allowances so generous you'll never think about them (fair use applies).
Ready to try the Commute Calculator?
Free to try — no card, no signup until you export. Premium unlocks the whole suite, with allowances so generous you’ll never think about them.
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