# SEA Next Bus — Seattle King County Metro

> Real-time Seattle bus arrival predictions and transit information. (iPhone/iPad app by Junebot, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sea-next-bus/id548281530 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Junebot, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/488580697)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 55 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-11-08
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sea-next-bus/id548281530/reviews.md

## What is SEA Next Bus?

SEA Next Bus shows real-time bus arrival predictions for the Seattle area, powered by live King County Metro data.

Find nearby stops on the map, tap one to see the next buses, and save your regular stops as favorites for one-tap access. Service alerts keep you ahead of delays and reroutes.

Rebuilt from the ground up for the latest iOS, SEA Next Bus now includes a companion Apple Watch app plus a Home Screen widget and Watch complication.

Data provided by King County Metro.

## Key features

- Real-time bus predictions
- Map of nearby stops
- Favorite stops
- Service alerts
- Apple Watch app
- Home Screen widget

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sea-next-bus/id548281530/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not so useful

*2019-04-04*

Very spotty performance.  Sometimes it will tell me the next bus but often it won’t.  I. Downtown Seattle it hardly ever work.  Better in Issaquah but more buses in Seattle - that’s where i need it!

How about an update?

### 1/5 — Terrible App

*2016-05-06*

The worst app on my phone. I wish there were a mechanism to get my money back.

I only use large bus stops. Some serve up to 8 routes or more. Even at my stops this app is of no use. Half the time it can't locate me and even when it can, it lists routes for a different stop.

I will be returning to my policy of never paying for apps. Thanks for the hard lesson. I hope my experience will steer people away from this app so they don't make the same mistake I made.

### 1/5 — Never works

*2015-02-01*

Whenever I open this app, 9 times out of 10, it malfunctions and shows no bus stops by my house, or anywhere in Seattle for that matter.  It just turns into a useless Google map that doesn't even give directions!  There are no troubleshooting features to fix it either. If it had worked as promised I might have bought the ad free version but NOPE.

### 2/5 — works well but only for your current location

*2015-01-17*

This app feels kinda beta at the moment. Next Bus offers some nice advantages over One usAway, and it seems to work pretty well finding stops near your current location. But if you want to pan/zoom the map at all it never seems to re-search. If this issue is addressed I'll update this review (and will gladly pay to have the ads removed).

### 1/5 — Marty Mc Fly

*2014-11-22*

Um not sure who updates your software programs but most people apps that are user friendly
Let's say ur app that lists in the App Store all the bus systems it supports. Why not let the user check which ones they intend to use. I live in pierce county & could care less about what's going on in Seattle. Yes it's straight forward but obviously no where near and like able as One Bus Away. I guess this why including myself you only had one review from may 2013. 
Oh I almost forgot I even paid the $2.99 for no ads!!! Since I'm "NOT" getting that back enjoy your morning office coffee on me
If I could give "ZERO" stars I would. B O R I N G 
DONT BUY THIS APP

### 2/5 — Crash!

*2013-05-17*

Love it, but now it crashes every time I use it.

## Frequently asked questions about SEA Next Bus

### Does SEA Next Bus have ads?

Yes, SEA Next Bus contains advertisements. This is how the app is supported as it is offered for free.

### What devices support SEA Next Bus?

SEA Next Bus is available for iPhone and Apple Watch. This allows for convenient access to transit information on multiple devices.

### How often is SEA Next Bus updated?

The latest version, 10.0, was last updated on August 5, 2026. While this indicates a recent update, users should monitor app store notifications for future improvements.

### What is the age rating for SEA Next Bus?

SEA Next Bus has an age rating of 4+. This means it is suitable for children and adults, with no mature content.

### What is the user rating for SEA Next Bus?

SEA Next Bus has a user rating of 1.6 stars from 5 ratings. This indicates a low user satisfaction based on the available feedback.

### Can I save my favorite bus stops in SEA Next Bus?

Yes, you can save your regular stops as favorites in SEA Next Bus. This provides one-tap access to predictions for your most used routes.

### Does SEA Next Bus provide real-time information?

Yes, SEA Next Bus shows real-time bus arrival predictions powered by live King County Metro data. This ensures you have the most up-to-date information.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 10.1 — 2026-08-20

• Fixed three different Sound Transit shuttles all appearing as a single route.
• Refreshed transit data — routes, stops and schedules rebuilt from each agency's current feed.
• More reliable database updates. An interrupted download can no longer leave the app without a usable map.

### 10.0 — 2026-08-05

Completely rebuilt from the ground up for the latest iOS — faster, cleaner, and more reliable.

• Brand-new companion Apple Watch app
• Home Screen widget and Watch complication for your next departure at a glance
• Redesigned map and live arrivals
• Service alerts built in

### 6.01 — 2018-08-24

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

Minor bug fixes

### 6 — 2017-12-19

Updated for iOS 11 and iPhone X
Other minor bug fixes

### 5.03 — 2016-05-05

Minor enhancements and bug fixes.

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