# 巴士 Buddy (Bus Buddy) — Hong Kong bus ETA & timetables

> Hong Kong public transport live arrival times and trip planner. (iPhone/iPad app by Jigsaw Tech Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buddy-bus-buddy/id6808087218 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jigsaw Tech Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/6808087220)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 53 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2026-09-25
- Data updated: 2026-09-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buddy-bus-buddy/id6808087218/reviews.md

## What is 巴士 Buddy (Bus Buddy)?

Live arrival times and trip planning for getting around Hong Kong.

LIVE ARRIVALS
Real-time arrivals for buses, minibuses and the MTR. Nearby stops appear as soon as you open the app, or search for a route or stop. Ferries, Light Rail and trams show published timetables.

PLAN A TRIP
Enter where you're going and get routes laid out step by step: transfers, walking times, MTR exits and fares.

FOR DAILY COMMUTING
• Recent routes, stops and destinations are remembered for next time
• Route maps showing the ride and the walk at each end
• Fares, first and last departures, and timetables
• Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese and English

COVERAGE
KMB and Long Win, Citybus, New Lantao Bus, Discovery Bay Transit, green minibuses, MTR, Light Rail and its feeder buses, ferries (Sun Ferry, Fortune Ferry, HKKF) and trams.

SUBSCRIPTION
New subscribers get the first month free, then a monthly subscription. Cancel any time in Settings. It renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends, and your Apple Account is charged when you confirm the purchase.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://jigsawtech.app/busbuddy/privacy

Route, timetable and stop data from Hong Kong government open data (DATA.GOV.HK).

## Key features

- Live bus, minibus, and MTR arrival times
- Trip planning with transfers and fares
- Route maps and walking directions
- Fare information and departure times
- Multi-language support (EN, TC, SC)
- Coverage of KMB, Citybus, ferries, trams, and more

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 巴士 Buddy (BusBuddy) | $1.99 | per month |



## Frequently asked questions about 巴士 Buddy (Bus Buddy)

### What public transport does 巴士 Buddy cover?

巴士 Buddy covers KMB and Long Win buses, Citybus, New Lantao Bus, Discovery Bay Transit, green minibuses, MTR, Light Rail, feeder buses, Sun Ferry, Fortune Ferry, HKKF ferries, and trams.

### Does 巴士 Buddy offer offline access?

The app provides published timetables for ferries, Light Rail, and trams, which can be accessed without a live connection. However, live arrival times for buses and MTR require an active internet connection.

### How does the 巴士 Buddy subscription work?

New subscribers receive a one-month free trial. After the trial, a monthly subscription is charged to your Apple Account. You can cancel anytime in Settings, at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

### What languages does 巴士 Buddy support?

巴士 Buddy supports Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and English, making it accessible to a wide range of users in Hong Kong.

### Is 巴士 Buddy suitable for tourists?

Yes, 巴士 Buddy is excellent for tourists as it provides comprehensive real-time information and trip planning for all major public transport in Hong Kong, including fares and transfer details.

### How often is 巴士 Buddy updated?

The app was last updated on September 25, 2026, with version 1.0.0. Updates typically include data refreshes and feature enhancements to ensure accuracy and usability.

### What is the age rating for 巴士 Buddy?

巴士 Buddy has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is suitable for young children and general audiences, with no mature content.

### Can I find nearby bus stops with 巴士 Buddy?

Yes, nearby stops automatically appear when you open the app. You can also search for specific routes or stops to find their locations and upcoming arrivals.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2026-09-25

No release notes.

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