One of March's best Pixel features is finally reaching more users

Google’s March 2026 Pixel Drop brought with it the new Transit mode to help users customize how their phones behave while commuting and to optimize the transit experience with real-time At a Glance updates on the home screen and lock screen. This new Transit mode is finally rolling out widely to all Pixel users.

How to use Transit mode on your Pixel phone

Transit mode lives within the broader Modes system on Pixel phones. You can access it through the Modes tile in the Quick Settings dropdown or through the Settings app on your Pixel phone. This is the same place where you find other modes like Do Not Disturb and Driving mode. Once enabled, Transit mode automatically tweaks key settings during your commute so you don’t have to.

You can set up Transit mode to behave the way you like. Settings for the option allow you to:

• Adjust your sound profile (Sound, Vibrate, or Silent)
• Automatically turn on Bluetooth for headphones
• Filter notifications, allowing only priority people and apps
• Control interruptions like alarms, media sounds, and reminders
• Tweak display settings like grayscale or dark theme

There’s also a “Set up commute notifications” option, which is key to making this work well. You’ll need to:

• Add your home and work addresses
• Grant background location access
• Allow access to your Google Timeline

Once set up, your Pixel will start learning your routine over time. After a couple of weeks, it will start showing helpful real-time updates about your commute on your home screen and lock screen.

There’s nothing special you need to do to get Transit mode, except download the March update, which most of you might have done already. The new mode should now start showing up for you without having to update any app or install new software.