Best Cta Train Tracker 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.

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.

onTime Metra, CTA

Live train schedules and more.

Free

This app provides live train schedules and real-time updates for commuters. Easily find your next train, track its progress, and receive service notifications. Go paperless and stay on time with convenient access to all necessary schedule information.

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.

ChiTrack: Tracker for CTA

Real-time CTA train arrivals

$0.99

This app provides real-time Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) train arrival information directly from the official API. It offers a streamlined experience with automatic updates for favorite stops and a glance-friendly design for quick readability.

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.

Live CTA

Real-time train departures

Free

This app provides real-time train departure information for CTA stations. It automatically finds your nearest station or allows you to select one, displaying estimated arrival times, destinations, and route colors. Get up-to-the-minute transit updates to plan your journey.

Moovit: Bus & Transit Tracker

Metro Stop Finder, Train Times

Free

Navigate urban transit with real-time arrivals, live directions, and instant alerts for buses, trains, and more. Plan your trips with confidence, pay fares digitally, and discover bike-friendly routes. Access offline maps and community insights for seamless city travel.

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.

Headway: Live Train Tracker

Real-time maps, delays, ETAs

Free

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.

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.

TrainTrack • Train Tracker

Live maps and departure times

Free

This app provides real-time train tracking and departure/arrival times for Amtrak travelers. It features live maps, quick access to nearby stations, and the ability to save favorite locations for a smoother journey.

Live Metra Map: GPS Tracker

See Exact Train Positions

Free

See real-time train movements on a live map, providing exact vehicle positions. Eliminate guesswork and stress by confirming train arrivals before heading to the station. Covers the entire Metra network.