# BusMinder Lite — Bus Route Guidance On time

> Bus Route Guidance On time (iPhone/iPad app by BIGSMS Pty Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busminder-lite/id6456798158 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BIGSMS Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1062516529)
- Category: Navigation
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 53 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-08-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busminder-lite/id6456798158/reviews.md

## What is BusMinder Lite?

BusMinder Lite, the ultimate free app designed to empower BusMinder Drivers in delivering smooth and efficient bus services. 

With BusMinder Lite, drivers can now confidently navigate their routes with ease, ensuring timely stops and safe journeys for passengers.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.2 — 2026-06-24

- Added a new Rails tab to quickly find rail replacement routes
- Improved map tracking with smoother movement and a larger location arrow
- Added a route overview button to view the full route on the map
- Added an off-route distance button when you're away from the route
- Fixed text overflow in route and trip lists
- Stability improvements

### 1.2.1 — 2026-06-23

- Added a map control to quickly switch between viewing the entire route and your current position.
- Tap to fit the map to the route polyline; tap again to centre on your location.

### 1.2.0 — 2026-06-23

• Improved map tracking — your position stays centered at street level with reliable zoom
• Added North Up mode to keep the map oriented north
• Route look-ahead guidance with highlighted path and direction arrows
• More accurate wrong-direction alerts (fewer false warnings)
• Fixed an issue where the app could stay on the loading screen at launch
• Stability improvements for GTFS feeds and trip loading
• Updated for latest iOS requirements

### 1.1.1 — 2023-08-11

Added country filtering
Added nearby GTFS
Added new menu
Updated icons
Added favourites
Enhanced navigation features

### 1.0.6 — 2023-08-04

No release notes.

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