# bluestarbuses — Making bus travel easy

> Mobile ticketing and journey planning for Bluestar bus services. (iPhone/iPad app by The Go-Ahead Group plc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluestarbuses/id1557708948 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [The Go-Ahead Group plc](https://appshunter.io/developer/566501475)
- Category: Travel, Navigation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 42 MB
- Languages: American English, Welsh
- Released: 2021-05-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluestarbuses/id1557708948/reviews.md

## What is bluestarbuses?

Our new app has everything you need to get around Southampton, Eastleigh, Totton and Romsey with Bluestar. It’s packed full of everything you’ll need to get mobile on the bus.

Mobile Tickets: Purchase mobile 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 Bluestar.

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

Favourites: You can quickly save your favourite Departure Boards, Timetables and Journeys, with quick access from one convenient menu.

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

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

## Key features

- Mobile ticket purchase
- Live departure tracking
- Journey planning
- Route timetables
- Favorite stops and routes
- Service disruption alerts

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bluestarbuses/id1557708948/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Brilliant app!

*2026-08-07*

Very easy to use and the feature of live buses is so useful.

### 5/5 — Mr Bussy Boots

*2026-04-04, version 112*

Excellent service app is so handy.

### 1/5 — terrible

*2026-03-23, version 111*

they’re complete liars buses just disappear apparently

### 3/5 — Ok

*2026-01-27*

Waiting for the 13 bus says every half hour on the app every 20 mins at the stop and wrong times on the app and stops.

### 5/5 — It just works

*2026-01-08*

Very helpful when planning journeys and return trips. Easy to understand and a focus on the routes used, the maps are great.

### 5/5 — Best bus app

*2025-11-14, version 103.1*

I have several bus apps on my home and this is by far the best

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2025-11-08, version 103.1*

Amazing

### 5/5 — Sigma rizz

*2025-10-08, version 102*

Skibidi Fanum tax ohio tung tung tung sahur

### 5/5 — 👍

*2025-04-30*

Better and faster than the website

### 1/5 — Overcharged and EXTREMELY rude.

*2025-04-28*

This morning me and my husband were on our number 7 this morning to arrive at work and school with my teenage daughter, 
She asked for a child return and he kept giving her the wrong thing, eventually giving her a day rider which over charged her £7.50 on her phone.
After she got off the man started calling her racist and inappropriate words, but she was oblivious as she had already gotten off.
This app is USELESS and ALMOST ALWAYS inaccurate xxxxx 😘 get better soon x 
Lots of love 
Betty and bob x

## Frequently asked questions about bluestarbuses

### What does this app do?

This app allows you to plan your bus journeys, purchase mobile tickets securely, view live departure times, and access route timetables for Bluestar bus services. It also provides updates on service disruptions.

### How do I buy tickets?

You can purchase mobile tickets securely within the app using Apple Pay or a debit/credit card. Simply show the ticket to the driver when boarding the bus, eliminating the need for cash.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

### What areas does this app cover?

This app is designed for bus travel in Southampton, Eastleigh, Totton, and Romsey with Bluestar services. It provides specific information for these regions.

### Can I save my favorite routes?

Yes, you can save your favorite Departure Boards, Timetables, and Journeys. This allows for quick access from a convenient menu, streamlining your regular travel plans.

## 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

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