Best Cta Transit 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

Ventra by Chicago Transit Authority

Strong Contender

1.8😞(3.3K ratings)

Free

#92in Travel

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.

What We Love

🚀 Easy to use
🚀 Convenient for transit
🚀 Helpful for visitors
🚀 Reliable payment processing

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
🐛 Inaccurate arrival/departure times
🐛 Confusing user interface
🐛 Unreliable login and account management
🐛 Payment issues and declined transactions
🐛 Lack of customer support

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

Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro

Worth Considering

Chicago Bus & Train Tracker

4.6😐(982K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

#4in Navigation

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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

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CTA Transit Tracker

Real-time CTA bus trackingAccurate arrival predictionsSave favorite stops

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Chicago Subway CTA L Train

Smart Transit & Offline Map

Real-time train and bus informationSmart route planner with transfer optionsNearby station finder with turn-by-turn navigation

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Live CTA bus trackingMetra train time trackerOffline Chicago rail map

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Simple bus and train tracking

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Live CTA Data for Chicagoans

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Trip Planner for Chicago CTA

ezTransit Chicago CTA

Offline trip planningRoute searching on mapAdvanced search parameters

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 Transit - At a Glance

Transit Glance

by Friends of New York Transit Museum

New York Transit Museum

Interactive scavenger huntExplore transit systemDiscover hidden history

Embark on an interactive scavenger hunt through New York's transit system. Discover hidden history, learn transit facts, and unlock rewards as you explore the stories that move the city.

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Metra service/outage notificationTrack number lookupPaperless schedules

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A fully automated CTA tracker.

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Automated CTA trackingReal-time vehicle locationTrip monitoring

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.

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Mobile ticketing and passesReal-time arrival/departure infoTrip planning for rail, bus, light rail

Plan your trips across New Jersey, New York, and Philadelphia with real-time transit information. Purchase and display mobile tickets and passes securely. Receive instant alerts for rail, bus, and light rail services.

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MyChicago Bus Tracker

For CTA Riders

Real-time CTA bus arrival predictionsLive CTA train arrival timesLive bus and train tracking on map

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.

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ETAs for CTA buses and trains

Real-time arrival timesLock screen trackingFavorite stops

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Live Transit: Bus & Train ETA

Real-Time Transit Tracker

Real-time bus and train trackingLive departure and arrival timesIntelligent trip planner

Navigate public transportation with real-time bus, subway, and train tracking. Plan your trips, get instant alerts for delays, and access up-to-the-minute schedules for major cities. Your essential companion for urban travel.

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Direction and Navigation

Live CTA Map: Bus & Train GPS

Track Every Bus & L Train

Real-time bus and train trackingVisual route trackingInstant delay and bunching detection

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.

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CATA Mobile Pay

Go mobile with CATA

Instant bus pass purchaseDigital ticket walletSecure ticket storage

Purchase bus passes instantly and store them digitally in your electronic wallet. Never worry about losing your ticket again with this convenient mobile travel solution.