Best Tunnel Rat alternatives: apps like Tunnel Rat

Whether you want more options like Tunnel Rat or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 7+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Tunnel Rat

NYC Subway Times Widget by James Wegner

Live train arrivals

Editor's Choice

5.0(1 ratings)

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Get live NYC subway arrival times directly on your Home Screen. Select your preferred stations and train lines for quick access to upcoming departures without opening a full transit app.

Transit Pulse: NYC Subway by You Slippin' Collection, LLC

Real-Time Subway & Bus Times

Strong Contender

5.0(7 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Get real-time arrival times for NYC subways and buses to navigate the city efficiently. Quickly find stations, view service alerts, and save your favorite stops for faster commutes. An optional premium upgrade offers enhanced tracking and notifications.

NYC Underground by kitdesai, LLC

Live NYC subway arrivals

Worth Considering

5.0(1 ratings)

Free

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Commute NYC

by Sagar Kolte

Real-time departures for multiple transit typesPersonalized transit boardLocation-aware sorting

This app provides real-time transit information for New York City and surrounding areas. It allows users to create a personalized transit board with their most used stations and routes, offering quick access to departure times and service alerts.

(1)

free

Now Departing: NYC Subway

Live train times at a glance

Live train departure timesAutomatic nearby station viewSwipeable line navigation

Get real-time NYC Subway train departure times at a glance. The app automatically shows the closest station and allows easy navigation between lines and saving favorites.

(3)

free

MTA Bus Train LIRR Times + Map

NYC Subway Widget

Live departure timesHome screen widgetLock screen widget

Get live MTA bus and train departure times directly on your home or lock screen. This app provides real-time transit updates for subways, buses, and commuter rail, with an offline map for easy navigation.

free with in-app purchases

(398)

Subway Time NYC

Subway & bus arrivals

Real-time arrival timesHome & Lock Screen widgetsFavorites list

Get real-time subway and bus arrival information directly from the MTA feed. Features include home and lock screen widgets, service alerts, live tracking, and offline maps. Supports Apple Watch for convenient access.

free with in-app purchases

(15K)