# RailChecker — Live Train Times

> Live train times, crowding, and disruption information for rail journeys. (iPhone/iPad app by Robert Topolowski.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/railchecker/id6448295769 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Robert Topolowski](https://appshunter.io/developer/1684278436)
- Category: Travel, Navigation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.4 · 33 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-05-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/railchecker/id6448295769/reviews.md

## What is RailChecker?

RailChecker is an app that can tell you everything you need to know about your rail journey. Train times, train lengths and formations*, train crowding* - it's all here.


Everything in your hands
All the data is made available to you through RailChecker. The data comes from National Rail Enquiries, so it will be the same as the information shown on platform displays. 


Pin your regular stations and trains
You can pin the stations and services you use the most so that you can access departure boards and service information respectively with just one press of a button.


Plan your journey
Planning journeys has been made very easy in the app. Enter your origin and destination stations and the app will return to you the fastest possible route.


Stay in the know when things go wrong
Standing on a cold platform not knowing what is going on is a thing of the past. RailChecker can tell you the reason for the delay of your service, and also show you service disruption for your regular train operators.



Powered by National Rail Enquiries.


* Select operators and services only.

Terms of Service: https://railchecker.app/terms/

## Key features

- Live train times
- Train crowding information
- Journey planning
- Delay and disruption alerts
- Pinning favorite stations/trains
- Real-time service updates

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $1.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/railchecker/id6448295769/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Good app but isn’t functional

*2025-11-14*

It seams like half the time the app can’t actually retrieve live data or understand if a train is actually going to run that day.

### 2/5 — Nice idea and confident app but doesn’t work properly

*2024-05-04*

Loads of ads. Only one subscription option, no option to buy the app outright or annual. If it can’t find services it doesn’t report back why like strike action, etc. this leaves you with a sense the app is not working properly. Would be useful if the ads were limited to a single place. Ads that get in the way of functionality get deleted quickly. Elements like “show calling points” why not display the calling time next to each stop rather than make the user clock through the extra step. This page could simply be loaded into the drop down. App doesn’t preload any data into list views. It pulls the data in realtime so this will delay and cause delays over cellular networks. As soon as you type the stations it should begin to preload. The app is also not stateful so doesn’t remember the times when you go back. The fact it links the displays pages together indicates this should happen but doesn’t. Pinning a journey simply doesn’t always happen either which is infuriating when you have to keep adding the date and time back in. Sloppy coding.

## Frequently asked questions about RailChecker

### What information does RailChecker provide?

RailChecker provides live train times, train lengths and formations, and crowding information for select operators and services. It also offers journey planning and real-time updates on delays and disruptions.

### How accurate is the data in RailChecker?

The data in RailChecker comes directly from National Rail Enquiries, ensuring it is the same information displayed on platform screens.

### Can I save my frequently used stations in RailChecker?

Yes, you can pin your regular stations and trains in RailChecker for quick access to departure boards and service information with a single tap.

### Does RailChecker offer a subscription?

Yes, RailChecker offers a monthly subscription for $1.99 per month, providing access to premium features or an enhanced experience.

### What devices does RailChecker support?

RailChecker is available for iPhone and iPod devices, as indicated by its supported devices list.

### How often is RailChecker updated?

RailChecker was last updated on February 4, 2025, with version 1.1.4. This indicates a commitment to regular maintenance and improvements.

### Does RailChecker have ads?

Yes, RailChecker contains advertisements. This is typical for free applications that offer in-app purchases.

### What is the age rating for RailChecker?

RailChecker has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.4 — 2025-02-04

• "Swipe to delete" is now "Hold to delete"
• Bug fixes and other minor improvements

### 1.1.3 — 2024-10-14

• Refreshed service details page
• Swipe to delete pinned stations, services and journeys
• Bug fixes

### 1.1.2 — 2024-02-25

Bug fixes and user interface improvements

### 1.1.1 — 2024-02-07

- Revised journey planner UI with pinned journeys functionality
- Improved reliability
- Booked platforms shown where available
- Default option for pinning and sorting pinned services
- New tutorial screens for new users
- Bug fixes

### 1.0.0 — 2023-09-20

Introducing RailChecker Pro! Remove in-app advertising and gain access to additional features by subscribing for just £1.99 per month. Find out more in the RailChecker Pro section in Settings.



A full changelog is available on the "What's New" page.

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