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Best Iowa City Transit Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our iowa city transit list covers 248+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Iowa City Transit Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Transit • Subway & Bus TimesTransit • Subway & Bus TimesFree4.6★ (965K)NoYesAug 2026
2CAMBUSNow: On-Demand & BionicCAMBUSNow: On-Demand & BionicFree3.8★ (11)NoNoJul 2026
3Transit Stop: CTA Tracker.Transit Stop: CTA Tracker.Free4.6★ (31K)YesYesAug 2026
4Mason City TransitMason City TransitFree—NoNoJun 2026
5NJ TRANSITNJ TRANSITFree4.8★ (269K)NoNoAug 2026
6Transit for CUMTDTransit for CUMTDFree4.0★ (28)NoNoMay 2026
7Transit GoTransit GoFree1.0★ (2)NoNoMay 2026
8Metro Transit Fast FaresMetro Transit Fast FaresFree3.0★ (14)NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Iowa City Transit

Transit • Subway & Bus Times#1

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

Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😐(965K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#5in 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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent bus/train arrival times
  • 🐛 Unreliable GPS tracking and location data
  • 🔒 Concerns about paid subscription model
Transit Stop: CTA Tracker.#3

Transit Stop: CTA Tracker. by Kramer Concepts, LLC

Chicago Bus & Train Tracker
Worth Considering
🗺️ 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

More Iowa City Transit apps to explore

4
Mason City Transit
Mason City Transit
Mason City Transit
by Bishop Peak Technology, Inc
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
5
NJ TRANSIT
NJ TRANSIT
NJ TRANSIT
NJ TRANSIT's Official App
Free

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.

Mobile ticketing and passesReal-time arrival/departure infoTrip planning for rail, bus, light rail
✈️ Travel
(269K)
free
6
Transit for CUMTD
Transit for CUMTD
Transit for CUMTD
by Mosab Elagha
Free

Track bus departures in real-time with color-coded information for all stops. Save favorite stops and view nearby options. Get detailed route views and quick previews with a widget.

Favorites and nearby stopsReal-time, color-coded departuresDetailed route view
🗺️ Navigation
(28)
free
7
Transit Go
Transit Go
Transit Go
by City of Saskatoon
Free

Purchase and use transit tickets directly on your smartphone. Store multiple tickets for future use and activate them when you're ready to travel. Eliminate the need for paper tickets with this convenient mobile solution.

Instant ticket purchaseStore multiple ticketsActivate tickets on demand
✈️ Travel
(2)
free
8
Metro Transit Fast Fares
Metro Transit Fast Fares
Metro Transit Fast Fares
by Metro Transit
Free

Manage your public transit fares conveniently on your mobile device. Add value to your account and track discount programs without needing to purchase physical passes in advance. Enjoy a faster and easier way to ride.

Add value to transit accountTrack multiple-ride discountsPurchase fares on the go
✈️ Travel
(14)
free
9
MyRide Sioux City
MyRide Sioux City
MyRide Sioux City
by City of Sioux City
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
10
Clear Transit
Clear Transit
Clear Transit
by David Seca
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
11
WMU Transit
WMU Transit
WMU Transit
by Saucon Technologies
Free

Navigate Western Michigan University's campuses with real-time transit information. Find route stops, locations, and schedules for the main, Oakland, and Parkview campuses.

Campus transit guideRoute stop locationsSchedule information
✈️ Travel
(7)
free
12
Murfreesboro Transit
Murfreesboro Transit
Murfreesboro Transit
Public Transportation
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
13
Kings Area Regional Transit
Kings Area Regional Transit
Kings Area Regional Transit
by Connexionz Limited
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
14
Krapf Transit
Krapf Transit
Krapf Transit
by Saucon Technologies
Free

This app provides real-time bus location tracking and arrival/departure predictions. It features an interactive map, route browsing, schedule viewing, and walking directions to stops.

Real-time vehicle locationAccurate arrival/departure predictionsInteractive map with shuttle locations
🗺️ Navigation
(8)
free
15
Lethbridge Transit
Lethbridge Transit
Lethbridge Transit
by City of Lethbridge
Free

Track buses in real-time with onboard GPS, displaying their current location and predicting arrival times. Receive customizable notifications via text, email, or push for specific routes and times. Stay informed with route-specific news updates.

Real-time bus trackingOnboard GPS locationPredictive arrival times
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
free
16
Valpo Transit
Valpo Transit
Valpo Transit
by Bishop Peak Technology, Inc
Free

Track public transportation buses in real-time with live location updates, route maps, and estimated arrival times. Receive notifications for arrivals and view detailed schedules for efficient travel planning.

Real-time bus locationRoute mapsLocation-based ETAs
🗺️ Navigation
(2)
free
17
Macatawa Area Express
Macatawa Area Express
Macatawa Area Express
Advanced request bus service
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
18
STAR Public Transit
STAR Public Transit
STAR Public Transit
On-demand, fast, easy travel
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
19
Oakville Transit
Oakville Transit
Oakville Transit
by Town of Oakville
Free

Track your bus in real-time with GPS to know its exact arrival time. Plan your journeys with route and stop information, and receive alerts for service updates. Never miss your bus again with this convenient transit companion.

Real-time bus trackingPredicted arrival timesRoute and stop display
✈️ Travel
(0)
free
20
Transit GO Ticket
Transit GO Ticket
Transit GO Ticket
by Bytemark, Inc.
Free

Purchase bus, rail, and water taxi tickets directly from your mobile device. Avoid the hassle of carrying cash and use this app for various transit services across King County and Kitsap.

Mobile ticket purchasingBus, rail, and water taxi ticketsKing County Metro
✈️ Travel
(19K)
free

FAQ about Iowa City Transit

What are the best iowa city transit apps for iPhone?
Transit • Subway & Bus Times tops our iowa city transit apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 965K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top iowa city transit apps we rank are free to download, including Transit • Subway & Bus Times and CAMBUSNow: On-Demand & Bionic.
Transit • Subway & Bus Times has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 248+ iowa city transit apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The Transit app provides real-time departure times and live vehicle tracking for public transportation in over 1,000 cities. It helps users plan the fastest routes, compare travel options, and receive instant alerts about delays and disruptions.
Key features include real-time data for buses, subways, trains, and more, offline support for schedules and maps, comprehensive trip planning with multi-modal options, departure alarms, and crowdsourced information on crowding and performance.