Best Edinbus Apps

28+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 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)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Bus & Tram	Free	4.8★ (219)	No	No	Sep 2026
2	Edinburgh Lothian Bus Tracker	Free	—	No	No	May 2026
3	Edinburgh Bus Times	Free	—	Yes	No	Aug 2026
4	Edinburgh Bus Tours	Free	4.4★ (90)	No	No	Aug 2026
5	Big Bus Tours: Hop On, Hop Off	Free	4.8★ (24K)	No	No	Sep 2026
6	Borders Buses	Free	4.8★ (18)	No	No	Sep 2026
7	BusLive	$1.99	—	No	No	Sep 2026
8	zingbus:Book Bus Ticket Online	Free	4.9★ (38)	No	No	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Edinbus

#1

Bus & Tram by Lothian Buses plc

Lothian Buses/Edinburgh Trams

Editor's Choice

4.8😞(219 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
🕰️ Live departure times not accurate
🗺️ Poor map integration and functionality

#2

Edinburgh Lothian Bus Tracker by Naiara Albaina

Strong Contender

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

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Track Edinburgh public transport in real-time with automatic map refreshes every 15 seconds. See bus directions and delays by tapping on individual vehicles. Easily find routes near your current location.

#3

Edinburgh Bus Times by JSVM Soft

Worth Considering

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeAds

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More Edinbus apps to explore

Edinburgh Bus Tours

Edinburgh Bus Tours

Edinburgh Bus Tours

by Lothian Buses plc

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

Big Bus Tours: Hop On, Hop Off

Big Bus Tours: Hop On, Hop Off

Big Bus Tours: Hop On, Hop Off

Bus Tracking, Tickets & Maps

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

by Craig of Campbeltown Ltd.

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

Buses and trams live on map

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

zingbus:Book Bus Ticket Online

zingbus:Book Bus Ticket Online

zingbus:Book Bus Ticket Online

Bus Tickets Online Booking App

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)

free with in-app purchases

Momego: Bus & Transit Tracker

Momego: Bus & Transit Tracker

Momego: Bus & Transit Tracker

Live Subway, Train, Rail Times

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

free with in-app purchases

Edinburgh Travel Guide .

Edinburgh Travel Guide .

Edinburgh Travel Guide .

Travel Guide and Offline Map

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

free with in-app purchases

Transit • Subway & Bus Times

Transit • Subway & Bus Times

Transit • Subway & Bus Times

Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro

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

free with in-app purchases

City Sightseeing Worldwide

City Sightseeing Worldwide

City Sightseeing Worldwide

Let us show you the world

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

Tickets for Edinburgh Trams

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

by EDMICRO EDUCATION COMPANY LIMITED

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

free with in-app purchases

Transport publik në kohë reale

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

Buses & trams live on the map!

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

Градски Превоз

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

BitBus - Bitola City Bus

BitBus - Bitola City Bus

BitBus - Bitola City Bus

by Fani Jashmakovska

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 219 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free edinbus apps for iPhone?

Yes — 19 of the top edinbus apps we rank are free to download, including Bus & Tram and Edinburgh Lothian Bus Tracker.

Does Bus & Tram have ads or in-app purchases?

Bus & Tram has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.

How many edinbus apps are on the App Store?

We track 28+ edinbus apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What does the Bus & Tram app do?

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.

How do I plan a journey?

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.