Best apps like Terrier Transit

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Updated September 2026

Boston University

Terrier Transit is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 8+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Terrier Transit

ProximiT: MBTA Boston Transit by Jeff Lopes

Subway, Bus, and Commuter Rail

Editor's Choice

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4.6😊(24K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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This app provides real-time transit information for Boston's subway, bus, and commuter rail systems. Get instant arrival predictions, locate nearby stations, and receive service alerts to optimize your commute.

What We Love

🚀 Accurate bus and train times
👍 User-friendly interface
💡 Customizable favorites
🚀 Convenient for commuting
👍 Helpful for planning trips

Room to Improve

🐛 Inconsistent real-time updates
🐛 Inaccurate arrival predictions
🐛 Fails to show up-to-date information
🐛 Unreliable for certain routes
🐛 Slow to update location

Transit • Subway & Bus Times by Transit App, Inc.

Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro

Strong Contender

🗺️ Navigation

4.6😐(982K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Navigate your city with real-time public transit information. Plan routes, track vehicles, and receive instant alerts for buses and trains in over 1,000 cities worldwide. Save favorite destinations for quick trip planning.

What We Love

🚀 Accurate real-time transit information
👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
🚀 Reliable and helpful for commuting
👍 Useful features like route planning and alerts
🚀 Comprehensive coverage of transit options
👍 Convenient for travelers in unfamiliar cities
🚀 Crowd-sourced data for better accuracy

Room to Improve

🐛 Inconsistent bus/train arrival times
🐛 Unreliable GPS tracking and location data
🔒 Concerns about paid subscription model
🐛 Bugs and glitches after recent updates
🐛 Inability to view full schedule or make route changes

OneBusAway by Open Transit Software Foundation

Real-time transit information

Worth Considering

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4.8😐(1.5K ratings)

Free

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Get real-time transit information for multiple regions, including Puget Sound. Plan your trips, receive departure alerts, and view live arrival times. Easily find nearby stops and save your favorite routes for quick access.

What We Love

🚀 Accurate real-time bus tracking
📍 Helpful for planning commutes
💻 Useful app for public transit users
🗺️ Good map integration
🔖 Useful bookmarking feature

Room to Improve

🕰️ Inaccurate arrival time estimates
🚌 Buses disappearing from the app
🔍 Difficulty finding/selecting bus stops
🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
🔌 App not working after updates

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Get real-time Chicago bus and train arrival estimates for your favorite CTA stops. Track vehicle locations on a map, save frequent stops, and view service alerts. Integrates with Apple Watch for quick access.

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Track campus buses in real-time with live locations, estimated arrival times, and route information. View all active routes, stops, and receive important alerts for a smoother commute.

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Navi - Cornell Essentials

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This app provides real-time transit information and insider campus insights for a specific university. It offers live bus tracking, event updates, dining hall hours, and location search, helping users navigate campus and discover local points of interest.

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Plan your Blacksburg Transit bus trips with real-time information. Avoid confusing schedules by using live bus locations, departure times, and personalized trip planning based on speed, transfers, or walking.

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