Best Edinbus Apps

28+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our edinbus list covers 28+ iPhone apps updated through May 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Edinbus Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Bus & TramBus & TramFree4.8★ (169)NoNoJul 2026
2Edinburgh Lothian Bus TrackerEdinburgh Lothian Bus TrackerFreeNoNoMay 2026
3Edinburgh Bus TimesEdinburgh Bus TimesFreeYesNoMay 2026
4Edinburgh Bus ToursEdinburgh Bus ToursFree4.4★ (90)NoNoMay 2026
5Big Bus ToursBig Bus ToursFree4.8★ (24K)NoNoJul 2026
6Borders BusesBorders BusesFree4.8★ (18)NoNoJul 2026
7BusLiveBusLive$1.99NoNoJul 2026
8zingbus:Book Bus Ticket Onlinezingbus:Book Bus Ticket OnlineFree4.9★ (36)NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Edinbus

Bus & Tram#1

Bus & Tram by Lothian Buses plc

Lothian Buses/Edinburgh Trams
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.8😞(169 ratings)
Free
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Plan your bus and tram journeys in Edinburgh and the Lothians with real-time arrival information. Purchase mobile tickets directly within the app and receive live updates on delays and diversions.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Improved layout and UI
  • 💡 Ability to purchase tickets in-app

Room to Improve

  • 🙁 Worse than previous app
  • 🤔 Confusing and unintuitive navigation
  • 🔍 Harder to find bus schedules and routes

More Edinbus apps to explore

4
Edinburgh Bus Tours
Edinburgh Bus Tours
Edinburgh Bus Tours
by Lothian Buses plc
Free

Explore Edinburgh's sights with live bus times and an interactive map. Discover exclusive partner discounts and save your favorite attractions. Plan your visit with suggested itineraries for a seamless city experience.

Interactive map with live bus timesExclusive partner discountsExplore and save attractions
✈️ Travel
(90)
free
5
Big Bus Tours
Big Bus Tours
Big Bus Tours
Bus Tracking, Tickets & Guide
Free

Explore over 20 cities worldwide with real-time bus tracking, interactive maps, and detailed stop information. Discover landmarks, attractions, and dining options with helpful facts and offers. Purchase tour and attraction tickets securely within the app.

Real-time bus trackingInteractive city mapsDetailed stop information
✈️ Travel
(24K)
free
6
Borders Buses
Borders Buses
Borders Buses
by Craig of Campbeltown Ltd.
Free

Plan your bus journeys, view live departures, and purchase mobile tickets securely. Access timetables, save favorites, and stay updated on service disruptions.

Mobile ticket purchaseLive departure timesRoute planning
✈️ Travel
(18)
free
7
BusLive
BusLive
BusLive
Buses and trams live on map
$1.99

Track buses and trams in real-time on a live map. This app helps you navigate your city by showing the exact location of public transport. It supports numerous cities across the UK, Spain, Italy, and Poland.

Live vehicle tracking on mapSupports buses and tramsReal-time location updates
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
free
8
zingbus:Book Bus Ticket Online
zingbus:Book Bus Ticket Online
zingbus:Book Bus Ticket Online
Bus Tickets Online Booking App
Free

Book intercity bus tickets with ease and enjoy comfortable, safe, and eco-friendly travel. Choose from premium bus options, track your journey in real-time, and benefit from flexible cancellation policies. Frequent travelers can access exclusive perks through a membership plan.

Easy bus ticket bookingReal-time bus trackingPremium bus options (zingbus Plus, Maxx)
✈️ Travel
(36)
free with in-app purchases
9
Momego: Bus & Transit Tracker
Momego: Bus & Transit Tracker
Momego: Bus & Transit Tracker
Live Subway and Train 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
10
Edinburgh Travel Guide .
Edinburgh Travel Guide .
Edinburgh Travel Guide .
Travel Guide and Offline Map
Free

Explore a city with an offline travel guide and interactive map. Discover attractions, plan itineraries, and navigate with augmented reality and GPS. Includes local tips for shopping, dining, and nightlife.

Offline travel guideAugmented reality (AR) explorationInteractive offline maps
🗺️ Navigation
(226)
free with in-app purchases
11
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
(959K)
free with in-app purchases
12
City Sightseeing Worldwide
City Sightseeing Worldwide
City Sightseeing Worldwide
Let us show you the world
Free

This app enhances city exploration with real-time bus tracking, interactive maps, and GPS-triggered audio guides. It features an AI travel assistant for personalized recommendations and information on attractions, restaurants, and shopping, making hop-on hop-off tours seamless.

Live bus arrival timesInteractive city mapsGPS-triggered audio guides
✈️ Travel
(3)
free
13
ET App
ET App
ET App
Tickets for Edinburgh Trams
Free

Purchase and display mobile tickets for travel within Edinburgh. Securely buy tickets using Apple Pay or card, and present them to the driver when boarding.

Mobile ticket purchasingSecure payment optionsApple Pay integration
✈️ Travel
(5)
free
14
Edmicro TOPIK
Edmicro TOPIK
Edmicro TOPIK
by Edmicro
Free

This app offers a comprehensive platform for learning and preparing for the TOPIK exam. It features a rich collection of practice tests, study materials for vocabulary, grammar, and all four language skills, along with automatic scoring and progress tracking.

Practice tests and sample examsRich learning content (vocabulary, grammar, skills)Automatic scoring and feedback
📚 Education
(4)
free with in-app purchases
15
iBus Albania
iBus Albania
iBus Albania
Transport publik në kohë reale
Free

This app provides real-time bus schedules and locations for major Albanian cities. It helps users find nearby stations, points of interest, and receive urban transport updates. Set alarms for specific bus lines and stations.

Bus line information per cityStation schedules and arrival timesNearby station finder
✈️ Travel
(1)
free
16
KiedyBus
KiedyBus
KiedyBus
Buses & trams live on the map!
Free

Get real-time public transport information for Wielkopolska, Poland. See live bus and tram locations on a map and view upcoming departures. Easily find stops and plan your journeys with live updates.

Real-time bus and tram trackingLive departures on mapStop search and display
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
free
17
Ebus
Ebus
Ebus
by Antking
Free
💼 Business
(0)
18
CxOmniBus
CxOmniBus
CxOmniBus
Градски Превоз
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
19
SEStranBus
SEStranBus
SEStranBus
by INEO-TINEA
Free

Plan your bus journeys across South East Scotland with real-time departure information and service details. Easily find bus stops, check destinations, and save your favorite stops for quick access.

Check service destinations by numberView services at specific bus stopsFind next departure times
✈️ Travel
(0)
free
20
BitBus - Bitola City Bus
BitBus - Bitola City Bus
BitBus - Bitola City Bus
by Fani Jashmakovska
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)

FAQ about Edinbus

What are the best edinbus apps for iPhone?
Bus & Tram tops our edinbus apps ranking as of May 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 169 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top edinbus apps we rank are free to download, including Bus & Tram and Edinburgh Lothian Bus Tracker.
Bus & Tram has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 28+ edinbus apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
This app helps you plan your bus and tram journeys in and around Edinburgh and the Lothians. It provides real-time arrival and departure information, allows you to purchase mobile tickets, and offers live updates on travel disruptions.
You can plan your journey by viewing your current location on the interactive map and entering your desired destination. The app will then suggest practical routes based on your travel preferences.