UK Bus Checker

UK Bus Checker

Tickets, travel times and more

18K ratings
140 reviews
Free
In-App PurchasesWith Ads

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 10, 2014
  • December 1, 2025

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Plan bus and public transport journeys across Great Britain. Get real-time arrival information, see how busy services are, and purchase mobile tickets. Supports buses, trains, trams, and more.

Journey planning
Real-time bus information
Mobile ticket purchasing
Live bus times
Service occupancy indicators
Multi-modal transport support
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What's New in UK Bus Checker

11.6.0

December 1, 2025

Bug fixes & improvements.

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In-App Purchases

$6.99

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User reviews

The app is alright

The app is good for bus times but every morning when I try to go to school it says the wrong time for the bus every morning as it says it takes longer for the bus to arrive at the stop then it actually does

Not so good

Used it for years but the lack of realtime bus info and the annoying adverts mean I’ll be moving on to something else.

Possible malware ads

Ordinarily I would give the app 5 star since it does exactly what it says on the tin, checks where the bus is and a generalised time on its arrival.

However, recently they has been a disturbing amount of “Your phone has X amount of virus’, download our app to get rid of them” ads that have been appearing. I can understand needing ads to make money, almost nothing is truly free. But the least you can do is to review what ads your allowing to advertise onto your app since it only takes one inattentive person to click and download that app for it to then be your problem.
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What’s going on ?

Something wrong with this! Wasn’t until my daughter missed her school bus twice that I realised. Time is just not updating. Says bus is 10 mins away… then 11.. then seems to get stuck. It’s now saying 8 mins when the bus has long gone. Checked against another local app. Really frustrating. Been like it for
A week.
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Fraudulent adverts

The ads on this app are now fraudulent faking system messages saying the iPhone is damaged.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

18 issues

App fails to load nearby bus stops

Bug

Buses disappear from app 2 minutes before arrival

Bug

Incorrect bus timing predictions (off by 5-10 minutes)

Bug

App doesn't recognize saved bus stops

Bug

Location placed incorrectly on map

Bug

Bus tracking not working on map

Bug

Unable to uninstall app

Bug

Ad locks up app functionality

Bug

App crashes on opening

Bug

Timetable not updating for holidays

Bug

Live times showing as timetable only

Bug

Bus routes missing from certain areas

Bug

Map too small after selecting stop

Bug

Unable to click on specific buses to track

Bug

Black text on red background accessibility issue

Bug

Sign-up requirement blocking app access

Bug

Old timetable data not being deleted

Bug

App not locating user on restart

Bug

Requested Features

17 requests

Shorter or less frequent ads

Feature

Ad-free subscription option

Feature

Widget support for quick access

Feature

Apple Watch app

Feature

Cloud synchronization for saved stops

Feature

Real-time GPS tracking for all bus operators

Feature

Countdown timer for bus arrivals

Feature

Interactive route maps with stop names

Feature

Better accessibility for screen readers

Feature

Color-coded bus stops on map

Feature

Full-screen map option

Feature

Bus journey only filter option

Feature

Direct click-to-travel functionality

Feature

Better handling of timetable updates and cancellations

Feature

Improved location accuracy

Feature

Notification widget for lock screen

Feature

Support for multiple transport modes (trams, trains)

Feature

FAQ

What does UK Bus Checker do?

This app allows users to plan journeys, view real-time bus and public transport information, and purchase mobile tickets for travel across Great Britain. It provides live arrival times, service occupancy, and route details for various transport modes.

What public transport is supported?

The app supports a wide range of public transport options including buses, trains, trams, the underground, and ferries. This comprehensive support aims to help users navigate their journeys across Great Britain with ease.

Is UK Bus Checker free to use?

The app is free to download and use, offering core journey planning and real-time information features. It also includes options for purchasing mobile tickets, which would incur a cost for the tickets themselves.

Where can I use this app?

This application is designed for use across Great Britain, providing comprehensive coverage for bus and other public transport services. Users can plan journeys and access live information for their local areas and beyond.

Can I buy tickets through the app?

Yes, a key feature of the app is the ability to buy mobile tickets directly. This allows for a convenient, paperless ticketing experience for your bus and other public transport journeys.