Using the Bing Maps Distance Matrix API is easy enough, with GET or POST RESTful requests. More complex queries use asynchronous requests, though they only support driving with a start time.

Microsoft recently added several features to Bing Maps to help people plan their trips. The service now has tools for finding gas, calculating distance, and locating parking.

In their recent email about the Bing Maps MIO API retirement, Microsoft recommends an alternative that involves Google’s OR Tools and the Microsoft Azure Maps Distance Matrix API. However ...