Best Chicago Bus Arrival Apps

4.6😊(32K ratings)

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Get real-time Chicago bus and train arrival estimates for your favorite CTA stops. Track vehicle locations on a map, save frequent stops, and view service alerts. Integrates with Apple Watch for quick access.

What We Love

🚀 Accurate for trains and buses
🚀 99% accuracy on time rate
👍 Intuitive UI
👍 Excellent paired with Apple Watch
👍 Favorite transit app

Room to Improve

🐛 Inaccurate arrival times
🐛 Crashes on iPad
🐛 Turns off audio when app is open
🐛 Unreliable, with ghost buses and delayed updates
👎 Poor user interface

Transit • Subway & Bus Times by Transit App, Inc.

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Chicago Transit Authority bus

4.6😐(982K ratings)

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Navigate your city with real-time public transit information. Plan routes, track vehicles, and receive instant alerts for buses and trains in over 1,000 cities worldwide. Save favorite destinations for quick trip planning.

What We Love

🚀 Accurate real-time transit information
👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
🚀 Reliable and helpful for commuting
👍 Useful features like route planning and alerts
🚀 Comprehensive coverage of transit options
👍 Convenient for travelers in unfamiliar cities
🚀 Crowd-sourced data for better accuracy

Room to Improve

🐛 Inconsistent bus/train arrival times
🐛 Unreliable GPS tracking and location data
🔒 Concerns about paid subscription model
🐛 Bugs and glitches after recent updates
🐛 Inability to view full schedule or make route changes

Chicago Bus Arrival by Daniel Nowendsztern

Get estimated arrival times

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3.5(28 ratings)

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This app provides real-time estimated bus arrival times for Chicago, including distance information. Users can favorite stops, reorder them, and back up their stop data to their device.

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