How to draw Metro Map style infographics? (Los Angeles)
Use ConceptDraw DIAGRAM software extended with Metro Map solution from ConceptDraw Solution Park to create metro maps, route maps, bus and other transport schemes, or even tube-style infographics.
This is a one-click tool to add stations to the map. It lets you control the direction in which you create new stations, change lengths, and add text labels and icons. It contains Lines, Stations, and Landmarks objects.
Los Angeles Metro Rail and Liner

Metro Rail is a rapid transit rail system consisting of six separate lines serving 80 stations.
About this sample:
- The sample you see on this page was created in ConceptDraw DIAGRAM using the Metro Map solution, and demonstrate the solutions capabilities and the results you can achieve using this solution.
- This map was created in ConceptDraw DIAGRAM using the Transport Map library from the Metro Map solution. An experienced user spent less than 3 hours creating such complex chart.
- All source documents are vector graphic documents. They are available for reviewing, modifying or converting to a variety of formats (PDF file, Power point Presentation, image or MS Visio) from ConceptDraw STORE, for all users who have installed Metro Map solution.
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Video Tutorial "How to draw Metro Map style infographics?"
Tutorial explains Metro Map tools, demonstrate how to add stations to the map, control the direction in which you create new stations, change lengths, add text, Lines and Landmarks objects. This video demonstrate ConceptDraw Metro Map Solution.
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