# Arriva Bus App — Plan trips and book tickets

> Mobile app for planning bus journeys, buying tickets, and tracking live departures. (iPhone/iPad app by Arriva.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arriva-bus-app/id6752568512 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Arriva](https://appshunter.io/developer/1180917737)
- Category: Travel, Navigation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 115 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 42 MB
- Languages: American English, Welsh
- Released: 2026-04-13
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arriva-bus-app/id6752568512/reviews.md

## What is Arriva Bus App?

With the Arriva Bus App, planning your bus journey is easier than ever. Quickly buy mobile bus tickets, check live bus times and use the journey planner to find your next bus. 

The Arriva Bus App simplifies bus travel, putting everything you need in one easy-to-use place.

Mobile Tickets: Purchase bus tickets securely with Apple Pay or a debit/credit card and show the driver when boarding - no more searching for cash!

Live Departures: Browse and view bus stops on the map, explore upcoming departures or check out the routes from a stop to see where you could travel next.

Journey Planning: Plan your commute, trip to the shops or night out with friends. It’s now even easier to plan ahead with Arriva.

Timetables: We’ve squeezed all of our routes and timetables into the palm of your hand.

Favourites: You can quickly save your favourite timetables and journeys, with quick access from one convenient menu.

Service Disruptions: You’ll be able to keep up to date with service changes directly from our disruption feeds inside the app.

Bus Tracking: Track your bus in real time on an interactive map so you know exactly when it will arrive.

As always, we welcome your feedback. You can send it to us via the app.

## Key features

- Mobile ticket purchase
- Live bus departure times
- Journey planning
- Real-time bus tracking
- Service disruption updates
- Favorite routes and journeys

## Recent user reviews (10 of 115)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arriva-bus-app/id6752568512/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Cancelled

*2026-08-20*

I think the bus app would much more useful if it showed when services are cancelled or delayed similar to the Trainline app. There been several occasions where I’ve been left waiting at a bus stop over an hour with no information where or why the bus is not at the bus stop when it’s time is due in to the station. I think real time update or information when a bus is not going to be showing up would be much better than standing and waiting around. I think passengers can plan their journeys better if something like this was implemented into the app.

### 1/5 — Worst App ever

*2026-07-28, version 119*

Massive congratulations to Arriva, the last app was atrocious, this one is somehow even worse, a true feat of app engineering. Bus stops don’t appear, bus locations aren’t accurate, you have to restart the app several times to get basic bus information. Just seriously impressively bad.

### 1/5 — Useless

*2026-07-28, version 119*

Nonsense and doesn’t do what you want it to do ☠️ if the bus is late the app becomes useless. I can’t see the point of an app that doesn’t work. The developers should hide their heads in shame. I hope they wasn’t paid for this

### 1/5 — Awful

*2026-07-28, version 119*

Bus info isn’t live, app just glitches, tracking doesn’t work. Should go back to old app

### 2/5 — Hard to Use

*2026-07-26, version 119*

Bus tracking doesn’t work unless the bus is in the same street as I already am.
App is harder and more confusing to use than before.
You HAVE to know where the exact bus stops are you want to get on/off are, otherwise it’s impossible to plan your journey.
Keeps suggesting longer routes for journeys.
I was hoping this app would be a major improvement on the one before, it’s now somehow even WORSE.

### 1/5 — Location NOT needed !!!

*2026-07-24, version 119*

Stop pestering me to turn on location! I know where I AM, I just want to type that in and then where I want to go to ! Job done!

### 5/5 — 👍

*2026-07-24, version 119*

Very good app

### 2/5 — Logs you out randomly

*2026-07-23, version 119*

It has logged me out randomly 3 times, and you don’t notice until you get on the bus and try to get your ticket up. I asked the driver if I could just get on while I log back into my account and then scan my ticket once I’m logged in, but they refused and said I need to scan it before I get on. And I didn’t have time to be messing around with passwords and bad signal, so I had to buy another bus ticket even though I already had a 4weekly ticket on my account! Ridiculous.

### 5/5 — New App

*2026-07-22, version 119*

The new app is far more accurate than the previous app when tracking buses. There are a few changes when tracking but once I got used to it I’m using it all the time.

### 1/5 — not user friendly

*2026-07-18, version 118*

the old app was much easier to navigate and you could give a much vager idea of where you were/ wanted to go. Now, you have to know the specific bus stop that you want to leave/ arrive at to actually get the bus times. If you don’t know the area, it’s awful to find out where you’re going.

## Frequently asked questions about Arriva Bus App

### How do I buy bus tickets with Arriva Bus App?

You can purchase bus tickets securely within the Arriva Bus App using Apple Pay or a debit/credit card. These mobile tickets can then be shown to the driver when boarding.

### Can I see where my bus is with Arriva Bus App?

Yes, the Arriva Bus App features real-time bus tracking on an interactive map, allowing you to see exactly when your bus will arrive.

### Does Arriva Bus App help me plan my route?

Yes, the app includes a journey planner that helps you plan your commute, trips, or nights out, making it easier to plan your bus travel ahead of time.

### How can I stay updated on bus service changes with Arriva Bus App?

The Arriva Bus App provides direct access to service disruption feeds, keeping you informed about any service changes or updates.

### What is the user rating for Arriva Bus App?

Arriva Bus App has a user rating of 2.3 stars based on 3 ratings.

### Is Arriva Bus App available on multiple platforms?

The provided data does not specify platform availability beyond its general description as a mobile application.

### How often is Arriva Bus App updated?

The latest version of Arriva Bus App is 118, and it was last updated on July 1, 2026.

### What age rating is Arriva Bus App suitable for?

Arriva Bus App has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users and families.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 121 — 2026-08-26

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 120 — 2026-08-05

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 119 — 2026-07-22

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 118 — 2026-07-01

Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 117 — 2026-06-16

Bug fixes and performance improvements

## More apps by Arriva

- [Arriva UK Bus](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arriva-uk-bus/id1496877823)

All apps by Arriva: https://appshunter.io/developer/1180917737

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