Best Boston Train Metro Apps

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.

MBTA Go — Official

Live Transit Information

Free

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.

Boston Subway Guide

MBTA Subway Travel Guide

Free

Navigate Boston's subway system with this free transit app. It features the official MBTA map, route planning with transfer options, and information on nearby sites. Enjoy offline access for seamless travel.

MBTA Rider - Commuter Rail

Boston Train Schedules

Free

This app provides real-time schedules for the MBTA Commuter Rail. It allows users to set a favorite trip and automatically adjusts the schedule display based on their current location.

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.

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.

DC Metro ETA

Real-time DC Metro arrivals

Free

Get real-time train arrival times for the Washington DC Metro system. The app displays arrival boards that mimic platform displays and includes an interactive system map for easy navigation and transfer planning.

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.

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.

Metro Pulse

Track your bus or train

Free

This app provides real-time transit information for the Washington region, including arrival times, service alerts, and trip planning. It offers practical details on nearby stations, elevator status, and offline maps for convenient travel.

Yandex Metro

Metro map and route times

Free

Plan your metro journeys across multiple cities with detailed maps, optimal route calculations, and estimated travel times. Discover station exits, get information on closures, and even pay for public transport fares directly within the app.

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.

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.