Best Chicago Transit Traker Apps

171+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our chicago transit traker list covers 171+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Chicago Transit Traker Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Transit Stop: CTA Tracker.Transit Stop: CTA Tracker.Free4.6★ (31K)YesYesAug 2026
2Chicago CTA Train Bus TrackerChicago CTA Train Bus TrackerFree3.3★ (16)YesYesMay 2026
3MyChicago Bus TrackerMyChicago Bus TrackerFree4.5★ (2)YesYesAug 2026
4Momego: Bus & Transit TrackerMomego: Bus & Transit TrackerFree4.5★ (5.3K)YesYesAug 2026
5Transit • Subway & Bus TimesTransit • Subway & Bus TimesFree4.6★ (965K)NoYesAug 2026
6CTA Transit TrackerCTA Transit TrackerFree4.6★ (182)YesNoAug 2026
7Chicago CTA Bus TrackerChicago CTA Bus TrackerFree4.2★ (184)YesNoJul 2026
8Chicago Transit PlannerChicago Transit PlannerFree5.0★ (2)NoYesMay 2026

Top Picks for Chicago Transit Traker

Transit Stop: CTA Tracker.#1

Transit Stop: CTA Tracker. by Kramer Concepts, LLC

Chicago Bus & Train Tracker
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😊(31K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate arrival times
  • 🐛 Crashes on iPad
  • 🐛 Turns off audio when app is open
Chicago CTA Train Bus Tracker#2

Chicago CTA Train Bus Tracker by Manish Chawla

Chicago Transit :CTA Train Bus
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
3.3(16 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

MyChicago Bus Tracker#3

MyChicago Bus Tracker by Serkan SEN

For CTA Riders
Worth Considering
✈️ Travel
4.5(2 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Track Chicago's buses and trains in real-time with live arrival predictions and vehicle tracking on a map. Receive smart notifications before your ride arrives and save favorite stops for quick access. Plan your commute with confidence.

More Chicago Transit Traker apps to explore

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Momego: Bus & Transit Tracker
Momego: Bus & Transit Tracker
Momego: Bus & Transit Tracker
Live Subway, Train, Rail Times
Free

This app provides real-time tracking for buses, trains, and subways, helping commuters navigate their daily journeys efficiently. It offers smart trip planning, stop alerts, and offline maps for over 150 cities, making transit stress-free.

Live bus, train, and subway trackingStop and schedule alertsSmart trip planning
🗺️ Navigation
(5.3K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Transit • Subway & Bus Times
Transit • Subway & Bus Times
Transit • Subway & Bus Times
Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro
Free

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.

Real-time departure timesLive vehicle trackingFastest route planning
🗺️ Navigation
(965K)
free with in-app purchases
6
CTA Transit Tracker
CTA Transit Tracker
CTA Transit Tracker
Chicago Bus & Train Tracker
Free

Track Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) buses in real-time. Get accurate arrival predictions for your chosen routes and stops. Save your favorite locations for quick access to upcoming bus times.

Real-time CTA bus trackingAccurate arrival predictionsSave favorite stops
🗺️ Navigation
(182)
free with in-app purchases
7
Chicago CTA Bus Tracker
Chicago CTA Bus Tracker
Chicago CTA Bus Tracker
Chicago Transit Authority bus
Free

Track Chicago CTA buses in real-time. Select your route, direction, and stop to view upcoming bus arrivals. Save favorite stops for quick access to arrival times.

Live bus trackingRoute and direction selectionStop arrival predictions
🗺️ Navigation
(184)
ad-supported
8
Chicago Transit Planner
Chicago Transit Planner
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.

Real-time bus and L-train arrival trackingAR bus sign scanningNearby train station and bus stop finder
✈️ Travel
(2)
free with in-app purchases
9
Chicago Subway CTA L Train
Chicago Subway CTA L Train
Chicago Subway CTA L Train
Smart Transit & Offline Map
Free

This app provides real-time transit information for Chicago's 'L' trains and buses. It features a smart route planner, offline maps, and nearby station navigation to help you travel efficiently. Get essential details like train times, fares, and station facilities.

Real-time train and bus informationSmart route planner with transfer optionsNearby station finder with turn-by-turn navigation
🔍 Reference
(868)
free with in-app purchases
10
Ventra
Ventra
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.

Manage Ventra Card balance and passesLoad value and passes to Ventra CardBuy Metra mobile tickets
✈️ Travel
(3.3K)
free
11
Arrive Chicago Transit
Arrive Chicago Transit
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.

Real-time CTA and Metra trackingVirtual pigeon companion with customizationCommunity safety alerts
🗺️ Navigation
(3)
free
12
Citymapper: All Live Transit
Citymapper: All Live Transit
Citymapper: All Live Transit
Live Bus, Subway, Train Times
Free

Plan and navigate your journeys using real-time public transit, ride-sharing, and micro-mobility options. Get turn-by-turn directions, live updates, and compare travel times and costs across various modes of transport.

Real-time trip planningTurn-by-turn navigationLive wait times and ETAs
🗺️ Navigation
(106K)
free with in-app purchases
13
CTA Bus Tracker
CTA Bus Tracker
CTA Bus Tracker
Chicago CTA Bus Finder
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
14
MetraX: Chicago Train Delays
MetraX: Chicago Train Delays
MetraX: Chicago Train Delays
Real-time Metra delay tracker
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
15
Track Chicago
Track Chicago
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.

Real-time arrival trackingAdd and manage favorite stopsSwipe to reload times
🗺️ Navigation
(21)
free
16
Chicago Train & Bus (CTA)
Chicago Train & Bus (CTA)
Chicago Train & Bus (CTA)
'L' Train & CTA Bus Tracker
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.

Real-time CTA bus trackingLive 'L' train trackingNearby stops and stations
🗺️ Navigation
(14)
ad-supported
17
Chicago ETAs: CTA Tracker
Chicago ETAs: CTA Tracker
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.

Real-time arrival timesLock screen trackingFavorite stops
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
free
18
EL Tracker
EL Tracker
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.

Customizable departure widgetsSmartWalk delay calculationSiri support
🗺️ Navigation
(75)
free
19
ChiGo - Chicago Trains & Buses
ChiGo - Chicago Trains & Buses
ChiGo - Chicago Trains & Buses
Track trains/buses in Chicago
Free

Track Chicago's buses and trains in real-time. Get live arrival times, vehicle locations, and detailed station information to plan your commute efficiently and minimize wait times.

Live train and bus trackingReal-time vehicle locations on mapUpcoming arrival times
🗺️ Navigation
(14)
free
20
ezTransit Chicago CTA
ezTransit Chicago CTA
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.

Offline trip planningRoute searching on mapAdvanced search parameters
✈️ Travel
(0)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Chicago Transit Traker

What are the best chicago transit traker apps for iPhone?
Transit Stop: CTA Tracker. tops our chicago transit traker apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 31K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top chicago transit traker apps we rank are free to download, including Transit Stop: CTA Tracker. and Chicago CTA Train Bus Tracker.
Transit Stop: CTA Tracker. shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 171+ chicago transit traker apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app provides real-time estimated arrival times for Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) buses and trains. It allows you to track vehicle locations on a map, save your frequently used stops, and view service alerts for specific routes.
Key features include real-time arrival estimates in minutes and time, a location map showing vehicle positions, individual vehicle tracking, the ability to save favorite stops, viewing multiple routes, and receiving CTA service alerts. It also offers Apple Watch integration for quick access to saved stops.