Best Caltrain Clipper Apps

3.8😞(11K ratings)

Free

Manage your transit card for contactless fare payments across the San Francisco Bay Area. Load value, plan trips with real-time information, and pay fares directly from your iPhone or Apple Watch.

What We Love

👍 Convenient to add Clipper card to Apple Wallet
👍 Easy to manage Clipper card balance

Room to Improve

🐛 Buggy app with frequent issues
⏱️ Slow to update card balance and transaction history
💳 Difficult to cancel auto-load or transfer card balances
🤖 Poor customer service and unresponsive support
🔒 Security concerns with lost/stolen cards
💰 Unnecessary fees and charges

Caltrain+ by Jonathan Sahoo

Schedules & Trip Planning

Strong Contender

4.8😊(2K ratings)

Free

Plan your Caltrain trips with ease. Get real-time schedules, find the fastest routes, and view service alerts. Perfect for commuters and occasional riders needing to navigate the Caltrain system efficiently.

What We Love

🚀 Easily accessible
👍 User friendly
👍 Great UI
👍 Helpful
👍 Useful
👍 Fantastic
👍 Life saver
👍 Best app for Caltrain schedules

Room to Improve

🐛 Inaccurate train times
🐛 Inconvenient, unable to process payments

Live Caltrain Map: GPS Tracker by Sozzled LLC

See Exact Train Positions

Worth Considering

5.0(3 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Live Caltrain Map: GPS Tracker screenshot 1

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See the exact location of Caltrains in real-time on a live map. Avoid phantom trains and delays by confirming your train's approach before heading to the station. Covers the entire San Francisco to San Jose and Gilroy corridor.

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Caltrain Live

by Jackson Loeffler

Real-time train status and alertsOffline timetable accessTrip planner with live data

Access real-time Caltrain information, including train status, service disruptions, and timetables with offline access. Plan trips with live data and receive instant alerts for your commute.

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Caltrain Schedule & Tracker

Live Train Times, Map & Alerts

Real-time train trackingInstant route planningLive system map

This app provides real-time Caltrain tracking, route planning, and system maps for Bay Area commuters. It offers instant timetables, service alerts, and smart features to help you catch your train.

The essential app for Caltrain

$3.99

Plan your train journeys with real-time updates on schedules, delays, and alerts. Customize notifications for your commute and Clipper card. Access comprehensive train status information directly from your device.

Real-time train statusCustomizable notificationsSchedule viewing

by San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District

Real-time train departuresEnd-to-end trip plannerStep-by-step navigation

Plan your Bay Area transit journeys with real-time train departures and official service alerts. This app offers end-to-end trip planning, step-by-step navigation, and customized notifications for a hassle-free commute.

Get real-time Caltrain arrival predictions for your favorite stations. Quickly view upcoming trains with a widget and explore train destinations with a simple touch. This app provides essential commuter information for the San Francisco Bay Area.

Real-time arrival predictionsFavorite station selectionTrain destination lookup

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Highball: Train Spotter

Real-Time Train Tracking

$1.99

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Rideshare, taxi, delivery

Request various ride typesUpfront pricing and ETABook rides in advance

Easily request various types of rides, from affordable options for solo trips to larger vehicles for groups. Get upfront pricing and estimated arrival times for stress-free travel. Book rides in advance and explore eco-friendly options.

free with in-app purchases

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MuniMobile

by SFMTA

Trip planningMobile ticketingInstant fare purchase

Plan your trips and purchase transit fares instantly on your phone. Avoid paper tickets and cash by buying and using fares directly through the app with various payment options. Store multiple tickets for future use and manage your account securely.

This travel app simplifies your daily commute by automatically displaying relevant train schedules based on the time of day. Set your home and destination once, and it adjusts for your morning departure and evening return.

Automatic AM/PM schedule adjustmentSet home and destination stationsSimple timetable display

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Real-time Caltrain departures

DudeWhereIsMyCaltrain

Real-time departure and arrival timesAutomatic nearest station detectionDual commute planning

Get real-time Caltrain departure and arrival times. Features include automatic station detection, dual commute planning, and color-coded urgency indicators to help you catch the right train.

Transit fare payment in LA

Touchless paymentAdd TAP card to iPhone/Apple WatchPurchase transit passes

Pay for transit fares across Los Angeles with your mobile device. This app allows you to purchase passes, manage multiple cards, and use touchless payment on numerous bus and train systems. It also offers trip planning and access to multimodal programs.

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onTime : BART, Muni, Caltrain.

Live train, bus and ferries...

Real-time train and bus countdownsCommuter notification serviceAutomatic schedule updates

Get real-time transit information for BART, Muni, and Caltrain. View schedules, countdowns to the next train, and receive important service alerts. Go paperless and stay informed about your commute.

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free with in-app purchases

Tracks - Live Caltrain Tracker

by Octalwise

Live train trackingNext stop informationTrip planning by station

This app provides real-time tracking of train locations and upcoming stops. It helps users plan journeys by showing trains that pass through specific stations, and offers live delay information and alerts powered by the official API.

Live Tracking & Stop Alerts!

Real-time train trackingPersonalized departure and delay notificationsNext stop alerts

Get real-time train arrival information and plan your trips with ease. Receive personalized alerts for your chosen trains, including delays and cancellations, and never miss your stop. This app also offers on-board location tracking and automatic Wi-Fi connection.

Caltrain times and maps

Live train positions on mapStation arrival boardsFavorite stations

This app provides real-time Caltrain information, including live train positions on a map, upcoming arrivals at stations, and trip planning. It offers customizable themes and quick access to commute details for a seamless travel experience.

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Headway: Live Train Tracker

Real-time maps, delays, ETAs

Live train positions on mapReal-time delay statusDetailed train route information

Track passenger trains from nine U.S. railroads in real-time on a single map. See live positions, delay status, and scheduled times for your commute or travel. Bookmark favorite trains and stations for quick access.

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