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Best Boston Train Apps

240+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

With an average user rating of 4.3★, the boston train category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 240+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Compare top Boston Train Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MBTA mTicketMBTA mTicketFree2.6★ (641)NoNoAug 2026
2MBTA Go — OfficialMBTA Go — OfficialFree4.1★ (142)NoNoAug 2026
3ProximiT: MBTA Boston TransitProximiT: MBTA Boston TransitFree4.6★ (24K)YesYesAug 2026
4Boston T Subway Map & RoutingBoston T Subway Map & RoutingFree4.5★ (4.3K)YesYesAug 2026
5Boston T and Bus• MBTA TransitBoston T and Bus• MBTA TransitFree4.0★ (2)YesNoAug 2026
6MTA TrainTimeMTA TrainTimeFree4.9★ (211K)NoNoAug 2026
7MBTA Rail • Commuter RailMBTA Rail • Commuter RailFree5.0★ (18)NoYesAug 2026
8AmtrakAmtrakFree4.7★ (214K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Boston Train

MBTA mTicket#1

MBTA mTicket by MBTA

Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
2.6😞(641 ratings)
Free
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Purchase Commuter Rail and Ferry tickets instantly from your smartphone. This app acts as a mobile ticket office, allowing you to buy single, round-trip, and 10-ride tickets securely. Your phone becomes your ticket, and purchased tickets are stored within the app for easy access and transfer.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app and reliable
  • 👍 Clean and simple, easy to use
  • 👍 Functional and works as needed
  • 🚀 Intuitive and easy to use

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy at best, frequently crashes
  • 🐛 Buggy, payment processing issues
  • 🐛 Unreliable, app often doesn't work
MBTA Go — Official#2

MBTA Go — Official by MBTA

Live Transit Information
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.1😊(142 ratings)
Free
#68in Navigation
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Get real-time public transit information for the Greater Boston area. Track buses and trains, view live arrival times, and stay updated on route closures and alerts. This app also offers accessibility features for all riders.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Reliable real-time information
  • 👍 Intuitive and clean user interface
  • 🚀 Accurate bus and train tracking

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent data accuracy
  • 🔓 Lack of mobile payment options
  • 🔍 Missing trip planning features
ProximiT: MBTA Boston Transit#3

ProximiT: MBTA Boston Transit by Jeff Lopes

Subway, Bus, and Commuter Rail
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😊(24K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
ProximiT: MBTA Boston Transit screenshot 1
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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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent real-time updates
  • 🐛 Inaccurate arrival predictions
  • 🐛 Fails to show up-to-date information

More Boston Train apps to explore

4
Boston T Subway Map & Routing
Boston T Subway Map & Routing
Boston T Subway Map & Routing
Official MBTA map for Boston T
Free

Navigate Boston's public transit system with ease. This app offers interactive maps, real-time departure boards, and offline journey planning to help you get around the city efficiently. Save your favorite routes and receive step-by-step directions for a stress-free commute or sightseeing experience.

Interactive subway mapsOffline journey plannerReal-time departure boards
🗺️ Navigation
(4.3K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Boston T and Bus• MBTA Transit
Boston T and Bus• MBTA Transit
Boston T and Bus• MBTA Transit
MBTA Subway and Bus Assistant
Free

Navigate Boston's public transit with real-time arrivals, interactive maps, and smart trip planning. Get up-to-the-second predictions for trains and buses, track vehicles live, and receive service alerts. Perfect for commuters, students, and tourists.

Real-time MBTA arrival timesInteractive transit mapsSmart journey planner
🗺️ Navigation
(2)
ad-supported
6
MTA TrainTime
MTA TrainTime
MTA TrainTime
Railroad tickets and trips
Free

This app allows railroad customers to buy and use tickets, plan journeys, and track trains in real-time. It offers features like split payments, multi-station trip planning, and real-time GPS tracking for a seamless travel experience.

Buy and use railroad ticketsPlan trips with departure timesReal-time GPS train tracking
🗺️ Navigation
(211K)
free
7
MBTA Rail • Commuter Rail
MBTA Rail • Commuter Rail
MBTA Rail • Commuter Rail
Live Train Times, Alerts & Map
Free

This app offers real-time tracking for commuter rail trains, including live location, predicted arrival times, and crowd-sourced updates from fellow passengers. It provides essential information like boarding tracks and service alerts to ensure a smoother commute.

Real-time train location and statusCrowd-sourced passenger updatesBoarding track numbers
🗺️ Navigation
(18)
free with in-app purchases
8
Amtrak
Amtrak
Amtrak
by Amtrak
Free

Book train tickets, manage your account, and access travel information on the go. Show your eTicket digitally and save payment details for quick purchases. Find station info and check train status easily.

Digital eTicketsTicket purchasingTrain status checks
✈️ Travel
(214K)
free with in-app purchases
9
MBTA Train & Bus Tracker
MBTA Train & Bus Tracker
MBTA Train & Bus Tracker
Fast, Simple MBTA Tracker
Free

Get real-time updates on all MBTA trains and buses in Boston. Plan your trips, avoid delays, and know exactly when your ride will arrive with live tracking and accurate arrival times.

Live train and bus trackingReal-time arrival timesService alerts
🗺️ Navigation
(2)
free
10
Boston Transit RT (MBTA)
Boston Transit RT (MBTA)
Boston Transit RT (MBTA)
Boston Bus Subway Rail Ferry
Free

Navigate Boston's public transportation with real-time bus, subway, and train tracking. Plan your routes, receive schedule alerts, and explore interactive maps. Discover nearby services and accessibility information for a smoother urban travel experience.

Real-time bus, subway, and train trackingUser-friendly route plannerSchedule alerts for delays and disruptions
🗺️ Navigation
(5)
ad-supported
11
MBTA Live - Boston Transit App
MBTA Live - Boston Transit App
MBTA Live - Boston Transit App
Commuter Rail and Subway
Free

Get real-time tracking for Boston's MBTA trains and countdown clocks. Supports Commuter Rail and subway lines like Red, Orange, Green, Blue, Silver, and Mattapan. Bus tracking is planned for future updates.

Real-time train trackingCountdown clocksCommuter Rail support
🗺️ Navigation
(9)
free
12
Boston Transit Companion
Boston Transit Companion
Boston Transit Companion
Commute Notification
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
13
ezTransit Boston MBTA
ezTransit Boston MBTA
ezTransit Boston MBTA
Trip planner for Boston MBTA
Free

Plan trips on Boston's public transport offline. Get route suggestions with transfer details and departure/arrival times. View routes on a map and save favorites.

Offline trip planningRoute suggestions with transfersDeparture and arrival times
✈️ Travel
(0)
free with in-app purchases
14
Live MBTA
Live MBTA
Live MBTA
Real-Time Train Departures
Free

This app provides real-time train departure information for MBTA stations. It automatically finds your nearest station or allows you to select any other, displaying estimated arrival times, destinations, and route details.

Real-time MBTA departuresNearest station locatorSelect station by distance or name
🗺️ Navigation
(127)
free
15
Boston Travel Guide .
Boston Travel Guide .
Boston Travel Guide .
Offline City and Metro Maps
Free

Explore a city with an offline travel guide featuring interactive maps, augmented reality, and GPS. Discover points of interest, plan itineraries, and get local tips for shopping, dining, and nightlife without needing an internet connection.

Offline city and metro mapsAugmented Reality (AR) city discoveryGPS tracking
✈️ Travel
(292)
free with in-app purchases
16
Boston - Freedom Trail
Boston - Freedom Trail
Boston - Freedom Trail
by Sean O'Shea
Free

Explore Boston's historic Freedom Trail with this comprehensive guide. Discover key landmarks and learn about their significance on your journey through American history.

Self-guided tourExplore historic landmarksLearn about significance
✈️ Travel
(1)
free
17
Only In Boston
Only In Boston
Only In Boston
by Only In Boston, LLC
Free

Enhance your Boston experience with real-time transit information, local recommendations, trending news, and exclusive contests. Discover the best of the city, whether you're a tourist or a resident.

Real-time MBTA transit trackingLocal Boston recommendationsTrending local news feed
✈️ Travel
(716)
free
18
Boston Transit Tracker - MBTA
Boston Transit Tracker - MBTA
Boston Transit Tracker - MBTA
Bus,Rail & Subway Tracking
Free

Get real-time arrival information for buses, subways, and rails in Boston. Save your favorite stops and receive service alerts for your routes. Stay updated with the latest official route data for a more convenient and efficient journey.

Real-time arrival informationBookmark frequently used stopsRoute service alerts
🗺️ Navigation
(31)
ad-supported
19
Boston Seaport Ferry
Boston Seaport Ferry
Boston Seaport Ferry
Member Passes & Public Tickets
Free

Access your ferry tickets directly on your phone for a seamless commute or visit. Avoid lines and never misplace your ticket again. Enjoy city views from the harbor with this hassle-free travel solution.

Mobile ticket accessElectronic ticket walletActivate tickets before boarding
✈️ Travel
(9)
free
20
Boston Map and Walks
Boston Map and Walks
Boston Map and Walks
by GPSmyCity.com, Inc.
Free

Explore a city on foot with self-guided walks and a detailed offline map. Discover attractions, track your steps, and share photos. Offers various themed tours for history, shopping, and more.

Self-guided city walksDetailed offline city mapSearchable points of interest
✈️ Travel
(1)
free

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FAQ about Boston Train

What are the best boston train apps for iPhone?
MBTA mTicket tops our boston train apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 2.6-star average from 641 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top boston train apps we rank are free to download, including MBTA mTicket and MBTA Go — Official.
MBTA mTicket has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 240+ boston train apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app allows you to securely purchase MBTA Commuter Rail and Ferry tickets, including single ride, round-trip, and 10-ride options, directly from your smartphone. It also provides access to schedules and service alerts.
Once you purchase a ticket through the app, your smartphone becomes your ticket. You can easily access your purchased tickets within the 'My Tickets' section of the app.