# Raildar — UK Train Tracker

> Live UK train tracking and exploration app. (iPhone/iPad app by Arc Internet Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raildar/id1339325092 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Arc Internet Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1325238442)
- Category: Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $0.95)
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 47 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-01-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raildar/id1339325092/reviews.md

## What is Raildar?

Raildar – Live UK Train Tracking

See the UK rail network come alive in real time.

Raildar accurately plots the live location of trains across the entire UK rail network, giving you a clear picture of where your train is right now - not just when it was scheduled.

Whether you’re commuting, waiting for a connection, or just a rail enthusiast, Raildar lets you:

- View live positions of trains across the UK

- Search for a specific service and follow it on the map

- Check where your train has been earlier today

- Pan around the map to explore rail activity nationwide

Simple, fast, and built for anyone who wants to know what’s really happening on the rails.

Raildar Subscription (Optional)

Keeping live train locations up to date for the entire UK network is data-intensive and keeps our servers busy. To keep the app free for everyone, Raildar uses a short live-update timeout in the standard version.

With Raildar Subscription, you unlock a smoother, more powerful experience:

- Extended live tracking without frequent timeouts

- No adverts

- Extra train details, including headcodes

- A more seamless, uninterrupted map experience

Subscriptions are available monthly, or for 6 months at a discounted monthly rate.

You can try Raildar Subscription free for 7 days before committing.

Subscription Details

Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at the end of the free trial

Subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period

Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the subscription ending

You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time via your Account Settings (using the “Manage” button on the Upgrade page)

Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited once a subscription is purchased

Subscription fees are non-refundable; no refunds are given for unused time if cancelled

Full terms and conditions can be found at https://raildar.co.uk/appterms.html

## Key features

- Live train positions across the UK
- Search and follow specific train services
- View historical train routes
- Explore nationwide rail activity
- Extended live tracking (subscription)
- Ad-free experience (subscription)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Raildar 6 Month Subscription | $7.99 | per 6 months |
| Raildar Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 59)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/raildar/id1339325092/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Fantastic

*2026-03-04, version 2.0.13*

Really great to see where trains are in real time

### 1/5 — Map Problems

*2026-02-20, version 2.0.5*

The map is covered in black rectangles almost obliterating the detail.

### 5/5 — Transformed App!

*2026-02-18, version 2.0.5*

Updated my review as the app has been significantly updated and works really well for me.  Pro users may want more but for occasional hobby type use it is great.

Hopefully in future it will also track heritage type trains like steam trains and enable you to see where they are operating, now that would be a game changer!

Great work Dev Team 👍🏼

### 3/5 — A question

*2026-02-18, version 2.0.5*

So when I am not using any wifi but I use my 4G it doesn’t show the trains, can you maybe check to see if you can fix it and being able to see trains without my Wi-Fi?

### 2/5 — Zoom still buggy

*2025-08-07, version 1.2.5*

Update list in AppStore shows bug with zoom taking you through a portal to some random location fixed. Still occurs on the latest version.

### 3/5 — Stopped Working

*2025-07-30, version 1.2.5*

Been using app for sometime and last few days no service … tried to contact support but no luck

### 1/5 — Never works

*2025-07-14, version 1.2.5*

I’ve been trying to track cargo trains but nothing comes and it’s broken

### 1/5 — App doesn’t work at all

*2025-05-12, version 1.2.5*

The map is entirely broken it’s saying I don’t have any internet when I do, please fix all the bugs thanks.

### 1/5 — La pire application.

*2024-11-03*

Le plus l’an bogue vraiment beaucoup et on ne peut rien que voir le pays de l’Angleterre.

**Developer response:** Malheureusement, l'application ne permet de suivre les trains qu'au Royaume-Uni. Nous envisageons peut-être à l'avenir de la étendre au suivi des trains en Europe.

### 1/5 — Map so buggy

*2024-07-23, version 1.2.5*

Launched me all over the place when i zoom in

## Frequently asked questions about Raildar

### What does Raildar do?

Raildar provides real-time tracking of trains across the entire UK rail network. It allows you to see the live location of your train, search for specific services, and view where your train has been earlier in the day. You can also pan around the map to explore rail activity nationwide.

### What are the key features of Raildar?

Key features include viewing live train positions across the UK, searching for and following specific train services on a map, checking a train's past movements for the day, and exploring rail activity nationwide. An optional subscription offers extended live tracking, an ad-free experience, and additional train details.

### Is Raildar free to use?

Raildar is free to use with a short live-update timeout in the standard version. An optional subscription is available for a smoother, more powerful experience, including extended live tracking without timeouts and an ad-free interface. A 7-day free trial is offered for the subscription.

### What platforms is Raildar available on?

Based on the subscription details mentioning iTunes account, the app is likely available on iOS devices. Further details on compatibility would typically be found on the app's store page.

### Who would find Raildar useful?

Raildar is useful for anyone who needs to know the real-time status of UK trains. This includes daily commuters, people waiting for connections, and rail enthusiasts who want to monitor train movements across the country.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.14 — 2026-03-05

Quick fix to broken secondary map.

### 2.0.13 — 2026-03-04

Ability to disable GPU where it is causing issues on older devices. Optional lower detail maps.

### 2.0.12 — 2026-02-26

Small bug fixes from end user reports.

### 2.0.11 — 2026-02-25

Better internet connectivity checking

### 2.0.7 — 2026-02-22

Various small bug fixes

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