# DC Metro

> Washington DC metro train arrival times and station map. (iPhone/iPad app by Justin Cohen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dc-metro/id296564541 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Justin Cohen](https://appshunter.io/developer/296564544)
- Category: Utilities, Navigation
- Price: Free (on sale, was $0.99)
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 59 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2008-11-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-14
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dc-metro/id296564541/reviews.md

## What is DC Metro?

Quickly access train arrivals for any metro stop in the Washington DC area.

You can also add and organize your most frequently used metro stops, or browse a subway map to find stations.

This app is not published, sponsored or approved by WMATA.

## Key features

- Real-time train arrivals
- Favorite stop organization
- Subway map browsing
- Station finder

## Recent user reviews (10 of 59)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dc-metro/id296564541/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Bring back the upcoming trains

*2026-05-22, version 1.0.15*

I’ve been using this app daily for years to quickly see when all trains were coming at any given station. This feature seems to have been eliminated in the update.

### 1/5 — Was good, now bad

*2026-05-19, version 1.0.15*

All I want is to see the stations and the train arrival times. I don’t want trip planners or other complicated stuff that takes a long time to navigate. please update to show just the basic information.

### 1/5 — Update the DC metro app

*2023-06-15, version 1.0.12*

Update the DC metro app and the metro map showing all the lines active. Silver line has not been updated on the map.

### 5/5 — Useful

*2023-01-14, version 1.0.12*

This has always been a reliable and great app. I have used it for years.  I too hope it gets updated to include the new Silver line extensions.

### 5/5 — Silver Line Extension

*2022-11-22, version 1.0.12*

What a great app, I love seeing the arrivals and departures of each train for the stations I use frequently. I do recommend updating the app as the silver line extension is now open which makes the map inaccurate as travelers can’t view the new 6 stations on the map. Please update the app and map as soon as possible to get top performance for the app. Overall, great job. Love the app a lot.

### 5/5 — One Happy Customer

*2016-12-12, version 1.0.7*

Easy to use and very reliable. Love planning my metro commute based on next train arrival using this app!

### 5/5 — Good app

*2016-12-12, version 1.0.10*

A simple, easy way to find when your train will arrive.

### 1/5 — Does not work at all - DO NOT download!

*2016-12-08, version 1.0.7*

Metro must have changed its train arrivals interface or something because the app no longer gives ANY data about train arrivals. The app also didn't include an update a newer version from an older version--it charged me again to download the current version, but the current version still isn't working. Terrible product, don't get it!

### 1/5 — Outdated, sadly

*2016-04-20, version 1.0.6*

Nice simple app, but apparently not maintained since 2014. Old station names make the app useless for anyone who isn't a historian.

The map is correct, but the list of stations is wrong.

### 5/5 — Fantastic app

*2014-06-26, version 1.0.5*

This app integrates 2 vital functions for navigating Washington DC's Metro system: 1) a zoom-able system map to help one navigate, and 2) live-updated system info on when the next train arrives at each station. Use the Favorites function to save the stations you use frequently, and you can time your departures from home, work, the bar, etc. so you never have to wait for a train again!  Nice.

## Frequently asked questions about DC Metro

### What does this app do?

This application provides real-time train arrival information for all metro stops in the Washington DC area. It also allows users to organize their frequently used stops and browse a subway map to find stations.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include quickly accessing train arrivals for any metro stop, adding and organizing your most frequently used stops, and browsing a subway map to find stations.

### Is this app free to use?

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

### What is the primary use case for this app?

The primary use case is for commuters and visitors of the Washington DC metro system to quickly check train schedules and navigate the subway system efficiently.

### Is this app affiliated with WMATA?

No, this app is not published, sponsored, or approved by WMATA. It is an independent application providing access to metro information.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.18 — 2026-06-12

Live activities on the home screen and dynamic island.  And an updated higher resolution map!

### 1.0.17 — 2026-06-02

Replaced the legacy HTML map view with a fully native, interactive system map featuring smooth pinch-to-zoom and transfer tap navigation. Integrated CoreLocation services to dynamically show nearby stations and added a native pull-to-refresh mechanism for real-time train arrivals. Optimized system battery usage during active location tracking, fixed a critical web view memory leak, and modernized UI modifiers to iOS 17 standards. Added custom multi-line color icons to support Silver line transfers at 15 key stations and integrated comprehensive VoiceOver accessibility support.

### 1.0.16 — 2026-05-22

Migrated to SwiftUI, used new WMATA webpage backend.

### 1.0.15 — 2024-05-29

Fix version mismatch and updated screenshots.

### 1.0.14 — 2024-05-23

More silver line stops and fixed a bug with some stations.

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