Using the directions setup on a "My Map" using Google Maps

I have followed the directions on Google Maps to create a map with a set of directions on as a layer. The advice I followed was Here

An example of what this looks like in the creation tool is:

and I can "preview" the map like so: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Owtp4cJZOX8dvnaZ9foH8LhlqwJ97Z7O&usp=sharing (should now be a public link)

But what I can't seem to work out is how to actually use those directions with the normal directions provided by google where I can route plan and get timings/distances etc.

I want to put that route into this view

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How do I set driving directions on Google Maps?

How to Change the Default Transportation Mode in Google Maps

Open the Google Assistant app and say \u201cAssistant Settings\u201d. ...

Scroll down the list of settings and tap Transportation .

Under Getting around, select your preferred transportation mode for both getting to work and traveling to other places.

How do I put driving directions on my phone?

Get directions & show routes

On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Maps app . If you don't yet have the app, download it from the Play Store.

Search for your destination or tap it on the map.

In the bottom left, tap Directions .

Choose your mode of transportation. For Driving or Transit.

How do I use Google Maps as a Sat Nav?

Start or stop navigation

On your Android phone or tablet, open the Google Maps app .

Search for a place or tap it on the map.

At the bottom left, tap Directions. ...

Choose your mode of transportation.

If other routes are available, they'll show in grey on the map. ...

To start navigation, tap Start.

How do I use Google Maps for driving directions on my iPhone?

How to get directions with Google Maps for iPhone and iPad

Launch Google Maps from your Home screen.

Tap the search bar at the top of the screen.

Type in an address or business name.

Tap Search.

Tap the directions button. It looks like a car.

Tap on the route you want to take.

Tap Start.

Driving Directions Using Google My Maps

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