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Bus New York City

Bus New York City

MTA Bus Time & Official Maps

1.4K ratings
110 reviews
#192 in paid Travel
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$2.99
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 16, 2011
  • September 27, 2019

Developer

Electric Labs Ltd
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About

Get real-time bus arrival information and view official MTA route maps for all New York City boroughs. Access timetables offline and find nearby stops. Includes subway departures as an in-app add-on.

✓Real-time bus arrival info
✓Live bus positions
✓Offline bus timetables
✓Official MTA route maps
✓Real-time subway departures (add-on)
✓Favorite stops
✓MTA Journey planner
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What's New in Bus New York City

4.4.4

September 27, 2019

* Bug fixes If you can spare a moment, writing a review really helps us to spread the word and support development :) Each time we release a new version of the app, our reviews disappear, so if you’ve reviewed in the past, we would appreciate if you could resubmit your review!

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In-App Purchases

$0.99

Subway Add On

Enables realtime (where available) and scheduled departures for the subway.

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This app dropped -3 positions in Travel chart.

Last updated on July 18, 2026.

User reviews

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Indispensable tool.

I am able to optimize my time relying on Bus NYC.
NYC stevesNYC steves

Best NYC bus app bar none

My partner and I have tried so many of them over the years, and we keep coming back to this one. Simple, intuitive, lets you see the exact location of the busses on the line. Does one job and excels at it. Don’t waste your time, this is only one you’ll ever need.
rascouetrascouet

Indispensable tool.

I no longer wait for the bus, I meet it. Supports optimizingnm my productivity.
NYC stevesNYC steves

Bus maps not updating for new routes

I wrote to them prior to June 29th, and as of today 7/16 the maps are still outdated and not following the new design of the MTA bus routes. This app is useless in trying to find buses on the new routes.
Update - devs got right back to be and resolved it. THAT’S what a good app does. This one is one of the best apps I have found for live tracking, I have been using it for years. Highly recommend.
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MikevpnycMikevpnyc

Way more useful than the MTA app

Great app.
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FAQ

What does Bus New York City do?

This app provides real-time arrival information for MTA buses in New York City, including live bus positions. It also offers official MTA route maps for buses and subways, offline timetables, and a journey planner. Real-time subway departures are available as a separate in-app purchase.

What are the key features of this app?

Key features include live MTA bus arrival times, bus positions, offline bus timetables, official MTA route maps for all boroughs, the ability to favorite stops, and an integrated MTA Journey planner. Real-time subway departures are also offered as an in-app add-on.

How much does Bus New York City cost?

The app itself is free to download. Real-time subway departures are available as an in-app purchase for $0.99. Other features, such as bus tracking and maps, are included without additional cost.

Is this app compatible with my device?

The provided description does not specify device compatibility. However, it is designed for mobile use and offers offline functionality, suggesting it is intended for smartphones and tablets that can run mobile applications.

What are common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include checking when the next bus will arrive, planning a route using the MTA Journey planner, viewing bus routes on a map, finding nearby bus stops, and accessing timetables even without an internet connection. It's also useful for staying updated on transit news that may affect your commute.