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Best La Public Transit Apps

191+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

Out of 191+ la public transit apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for La Public Transit

Transit • Subway & Bus Times#1

Transit • Subway & Bus Times by 9280-0366 Quebec inc.

Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😐(951K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#7in 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
LA Metro & Bus - Rail Tracker#2

LA Metro & Bus - Rail Tracker by Dixon Mobility, LLC

Los Angeles Metro Transit
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.4😞(4.7K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app provides real-time transit information for Los Angeles Metro bus and rail services. It helps users find nearby stops, plan trips, and view interactive maps of the entire LA Metro system.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate bus/train times
  • 📊 Helpful route information
  • 👍 Easy to use interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent bugs and crashes
  • ⚠️ Outdated route and schedule information
  • 💤 Lack of real-time updates
TAP LA#3

TAP LA by Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Transit fare payment in LA
Worth Considering
✈️ Travel
1.9😞(779 ratings)
Free
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Pay for transit fares across Los Angeles with your mobile device. This app allows you to purchase passes, manage multiple cards, and use touchless payment on numerous bus and train systems. It also offers trip planning and access to multimodal programs.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • ✨ Convenient digital tap card
  • 💳 Ability to load funds
  • 🗺️ Trip planning functionality

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and glitches
  • 💰 Charges money without adding funds
  • ⏱️ Slow load times and processing

More La Public Transit apps to explore

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Citymapper: All Live Transit
Citymapper: All Live Transit
Citymapper: All Live Transit
Live Bus, Subway, Train Times
Free

Plan and navigate your journeys using real-time public transit, ride-sharing, and micro-mobility options. Get turn-by-turn directions, live updates, and compare travel times and costs across various modes of transport.

Real-time trip planningTurn-by-turn navigationLive wait times and ETAs
🗺️ Navigation
(104K)
free with in-app purchases
5
LA Metro Micro
LA Metro Micro
LA Metro Micro
Public Ridesharing & Travel
Free

This on-demand ridesharing service provides fast, safe, and convenient trips within specific zones in Los Angeles County. It's designed for quick journeys around town without the need for transfers.

On-demand ridesharingService within specific LA County zonesFast and convenient trips
✈️ Travel
(866)
free
6
Moovit: Bus & Transit Tracker
Moovit: Bus & Transit Tracker
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.

Real-time arrival informationStep-by-step live navigationDigital ticket payments
🗺️ Navigation
(58K)
free with in-app purchases
7
LA Metro - Official
LA Metro - Official
LA Metro - Official
Transit info and trip planning
Free

Plan your journeys across Los Angeles with real-time transit information. Get step-by-step directions, track buses and trains live, and receive important service alerts to travel with confidence.

Trip planning with bus and rail routesReal-time ride trackingService alerts for disruptions
✈️ Travel
(86)
free
8
Valley Metro
Valley Metro
Valley Metro
Transit fares & trip planning
Free

Plan your transit journeys in metro Phoenix with real-time bus and light rail tracking. Easily manage fares, earn savings with Smart Fare, and receive service alerts for a seamless travel experience.

Smart Fare payment and savingsStep-by-step trip planningReal-time bus and light rail location
✈️ Travel
(10K)
free
9
Routesy
Routesy
Routesy
Real-Time Transit Predictions
Free

Get real-time transit predictions for major California transit systems. Find the closest stops and make sure you arrive on time with live data. Bookmark your favorite stops for quick access.

Real-time transit predictionsSupports SF Muni, BART, Caltrain, AC Transit, LA MetroFind closest stops/stations
🗺️ Navigation
(15K)
freemium
10
Transit Watch for LA Metro
Transit Watch for LA Metro
Transit Watch for LA Metro
Live GPS-based arrival times
Free

Get real-time bus locations and predicted arrival times for LA Metro routes. Easily find nearby stops, pin your favorites, and navigate the transit system with live GPS data.

Real-time bus GPS locationPredicted arrival timesFind nearby stops
🗺️ Navigation
(994)
free with in-app purchases
11
Pronto - San Diego
Pronto - San Diego
Pronto - San Diego
North County Transit District
Free

Easily purchase transit fares for San Diego County. Add money to your account and scan your phone at validators for each trip. The app automatically ensures you always get the best fare, capping at daily and monthly pass rates.

Mobile fare purchasePay-as-you-go faresReal-time arrivals
✈️ Travel
(30K)
free
12
Transit Watch for MUNI
Transit Watch for MUNI
Transit Watch for MUNI
by Barum Rho
Free

Track San Francisco MUNI buses in real-time with live GPS locations and predicted arrival times. Easily find nearby stops and pin your favorite ones for quick access.

Real-time bus GPS trackingPredicted arrival timesFind nearby stops
🗺️ Navigation
(5.7K)
free
13
OneBusAway
OneBusAway
OneBusAway
Real-time transit information
Free

Get real-time transit information for multiple regions, including Puget Sound. Plan your trips, receive departure alerts, and view live arrival times. Easily find nearby stops and save your favorite routes for quick access.

Real-time arrival informationTrip planningDeparture alerts
🗺️ Navigation
(621)
free
14
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
15
Los Angeles Transit (LA)
Los Angeles Transit (LA)
Los Angeles Transit (LA)
Live stop times and routes
Free

Navigate Los Angeles public transit with real-time vehicle tracking, live departure times, and interactive route maps. Covers Metro, Metrolink, DASH, and many local agencies for seamless travel across the region.

Live stop timesReal-time vehicle trackingInteractive route maps
🗺️ Navigation
(367)
ad-supported
16
RTA Le Pass
RTA Le Pass
RTA Le Pass
Plan, Pay, Ride with NORTA
Free

Purchase and use digital transit passes for buses, streetcars, and ferries directly from your phone. Plan your entire journey with real-time service alerts and step-by-step navigation. Simply tap to pay your fare and show your phone when boarding.

Buy bus, streetcar, and ferry passesDigital fare paymentJourney planning
✈️ Travel
(4.5K)
free
17
xtBus transit browser
xtBus transit browser
xtBus transit browser
know your next bus arrival
Free

This app helps you track bus arrivals and routes visually on a map. It allows you to bookmark your preferred transit agencies for easy access to real-time arrival estimates and bus locations.

Real-time bus location on mapAccurate arrival time estimatesBookmark local transit agencies
🗺️ Navigation
(10)
free with in-app purchases
18
Token Transit
Token Transit
Token Transit
Public Transit Passes
Free

Purchase and activate digital transit passes directly from your phone. Your mobile device becomes your ticket, allowing you to easily board public transportation. Supports over 200 cities across North America.

Purchase transit faresActivate digital ticketsStore tickets on phone
✈️ Travel
(418)
free
19
The Official MTA App
The Official MTA App
The Official MTA App
MTA transit and map info
Free

Access real-time transit information for subways and buses directly from the source. Get live arrival times, service status updates, system maps, and connect with customer service via chat. Save your favorite routes for quick access to essential transit details.

Real-time arrival boardService status updatesSystem maps
✈️ Travel
(13K)
free
20
LA Mobile
LA Mobile
LA Mobile
by Gobis & Company LLC
Free

Purchase and use transit tickets and passes instantly on your phone. Access real-time information and trip planning tools. Securely store multiple tickets for future use.

Instant ticket and pass purchaseStore multiple ticketsReal-time information
✈️ Travel
(178)
free