System and method for a user to navigate an autonomous vehicle. In an aspect, if the user submits a forward command, the vehicle is arranged to go straight within a given distance. In another aspect, if the user submits a turn-right command, the vehicle is arranged to turn right and then go straight within a given distance. In yet another aspect, if the user doesn't enter any additional command within a given distance, the vehicle is arranged to go to a scheduled destination. In addition, multiple options including gadget-free methods are provided for vehicle check-in process.