Best Chicago Cta Metro Map Apps

Ventra

by Chicago Transit Authority

Free

Manage your public transit fares and tickets for Chicago's CTA, Metra, and Pace services. Load value, buy Metra mobile tickets, and access real-time arrival information all in one place. Add your Ventra Card to your iPhone for seamless travel.

ezTransit Chicago CTA

Trip Planner for Chicago CTA

Free

Plan your trips on Chicago's public transit system offline. Get route suggestions with transfer details and departure/arrival times, view them on a map, and save your favorites. Receive notifications for schedule updates.

Chicago Rail Map Lite

by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr

Free

This app provides a clear and concise route map for the Chicago rail and subway system. It features a route planner, station index, and GPS support to find nearby stations. Enjoy high-resolution graphics and intuitive rotation and zoom controls.

Chicago ETAs: CTA Tracker

ETAs for CTA buses and trains

Free

This app provides real-time arrival estimates for Chicago's public transit system. It allows users to track specific departures on their lock screen, save favorite stops, and find nearby locations. Detailed route information is also available.

Live CTA Map: Bus & Train GPS

Track Every Bus & L Train

Free

See real-time locations of buses and trains on a live map. Avoid delays and ghost vehicles by tracking exact positions. Covers all CTA bus routes and 'L' train lines without requiring an account.

Chicago Train & Bus Tracker

CTA Live Arrivals, Stops & Map

Free

Get accurate, real-time arrival times for Chicago's CTA buses and 'L' trains. Easily find nearby stops, track vehicles on an interactive map, and save your favorite locations for quick access. Never miss your ride again with reliable predictions.

Train Track - For CTA L Riders

Live CTA Data for Chicagoans

Free

Get real-time arrival times and alerts for Chicago's L train system. This app automatically detects your closest station and provides quick access to nearby stops and your favorite routes. Stay informed about delays and service disruptions without unnecessary features.

Transit Stats - CTA Analytics

Turn CTA rides into data

Free

Track your Chicago public transit rides to see distance, spending, and CO₂ impact. Compete with other riders on city-wide leaderboards and unlock achievements. View detailed personal statistics and ride history.

All Aboard — CTA Bus Tracker

by Jordan Fulghum

Free

This app tracks Chicago's CTA buses, automatically identifying your nearest stop based on your location. It offers a straightforward interface designed for ease of use, providing essential bus tracking information without unnecessary complexity.

Track Chicago

CTA Bus and Train Tracker

Free

Get real-time arrival information for CTA buses and trains. Easily manage your favorite stops and quickly refresh schedules with intuitive gestures.

EL Tracker

For CTA Riders

Free

This free Chicago transit app provides real-time departure information with customizable widgets and smart delay calculations. It offers tailored alerts, Siri integration, and accessibility features for low-vision users and multiple languages.

Chicago Transit Planner

On demand Bus and L-Train info

Free

This app provides real-time bus and L-train information for Chicago's transit system. It offers features like scanning bus signs with AR, finding nearby stations and stops, and tracking specific train or bus routes with live updates on arrivals and delays.

Transit Chi

A fully automated CTA tracker.

Free

This app automatically tracks your public transit rides in Chicago. View nearby vehicles, monitor your journeys in real-time, and access a history of your past trips.

Chicago CTA Train Bus Tracker

Chicago Transit :CTA Train Bus

Free

Navigate Chicago's public transit with real-time bus and train tracking. Plan your journeys with detailed route information, departure and arrival times, and an offline rail map. Enjoy personalized day and night modes for a seamless travel experience.

Arrive Chicago Transit

Never Miss Your Train Again

Free

This app provides real-time tracking for all Chicago public transit, including CTA trains and buses, and Metra commuter rail. It features a unique virtual pigeon companion, safety alerts, carbon impact tracking, and a trip planner. Explore historic spots and get crowd predictions for events.