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Get real-time bus and train departure information for your commute. Track your trip, receive departure alarms, and stay updated on service alerts. This app prioritizes your privacy with an ad-free experience and no account requirement.
1.4.0
October 5, 2026
This version includes a new feature to Watch a bus or train departure without choosing a destination. We've also improved the user interface with and fixed bugs related to Dynamic Type.
MoreNever miss your bus or train.
Stratus Transit provides real-time departure information for CTA buses and trains in Chicago. It offers features like live tracking, departure alarms, and service alerts to help commuters navigate their daily journeys.
The free version of Stratus Transit includes live departures, one favorite route, real-time alerts, and accessibility features. A premium subscription unlocks additional features like widgets and trip sharing.
Premium features include widgets, Live Activities for lock screen and Apple Watch, Dynamic Island integration, departure alarms, up to 5 favorite routes, trip sharing, and offline rail schedules. A 14-day free trial is available for premium.
No, Stratus Transit is ad-free. The app is built with a privacy-first approach and does not display advertisements to users.
The latest version of Stratus Transit is 1.0.3, and it was last updated on July 14, 2026. Updates typically address bug fixes and feature enhancements.
Currently, Stratus Transit is supported on iPhones. Future platform expansions may be considered based on user demand.
Stratus Transit is designed with privacy in mind. Your location data never leaves your phone, and only necessary identifiers are sent to the app. It does not track users and collects only anonymous crash and usage telemetry.
Stratus Transit has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and adults, with no mature content.
