Best Light Rail Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated November 2026

Whether you're new to light rail or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 249+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Light Rail Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NJ TRANSITNJ TRANSITFree4.8★ (270K)NoNoNov 2026
2Valley MetroValley MetroFree4.7★ (10K)NoNoNov 2026
3CATS-PassCATS-PassFree4.8★ (17K)NoNoNov 2026
4Transit GO TicketTransit GO TicketFree4.5★ (24K)NoNoNov 2026
5Transit • Subway & Bus TimesTransit • Subway & Bus TimesFree4.6★ (1M)NoYesNov 2026
6Seattle Light RailSeattle Light RailFree5.0★ (3)NoNoOct 2026
7onTime : NJT, Light Rail, BusonTime : NJT, Light Rail, BusFree3.8★ (197)YesYesOct 2026
8Light Rail DealsLight Rail DealsFree5.0★ (2)NoNoNov 2026

Top Picks for Light Rail

NJ TRANSIT#1

NJ TRANSIT by NEW JERSEY TRANSIT CORPORATION

NJ TRANSIT's Official App
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.8😐(270K ratings)
Free
#82in Travel
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 User-friendly
  • 🚀 Convenient ticket purchase
  • 👍 Helpful features like Departure Vision

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable app performance
  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes
  • 🐛 Inaccurate schedule information
  • 🐛 Inconsistent ticket activation
  • 👎 Poor customer service
  • 🐛 Confusing user interface
Valley Metro#2

Valley Metro by REGIONAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY

Transit fares & trip planning
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.7😐(10K ratings)
Free
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Helpful staff
  • 🚀 Convenient app
  • 🚀 Useful utility

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable tracking
  • 🐛 Inaccurate schedules
  • 🐛 Buggy app
  • 🚫 Lack of multi-day passes
  • 💰 Expensive fares
  • 🚫 No in-app payment
CATS-Pass#3

CATS-Pass by City of Charlotte

The way to pay! Anytime.
Worth Considering
✈️ Travel
4.8😊(17K ratings)
Free
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This app provides a convenient mobile ticketing solution for public transit. Users can instantly purchase and use tickets directly from their smartphone, plan trips with step-by-step directions, and manage their transit passes. It offers multiple payment options and integration with other transit-related services.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate
  • 🚀 Convenient ticket purchasing
  • 💡 Helpful for events and concerts
  • 🚀 Real-time bus tracking

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional app crashes or bugs
  • 🔒 Restrictive device limit issues
  • 🔒 Difficult to manage payment methods
  • 🕰️ Inaccurate bus schedule information

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FAQ about Light Rail

What are the best light rail apps for iPhone?
NJ TRANSIT tops our light rail apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 270K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top light rail apps we rank are free to download, including NJ TRANSIT and Valley Metro.
NJ TRANSIT has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 249+ light rail apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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