Best London Bus Timetable Apps

237+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 237+ london bus timetable apps on iOS, 18 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top London Bus Timetable Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Bus Times London Countdown AppBus Times London Countdown AppFree4.5★ (1.6K)YesYesSep 2026
2London & UK Live Bus CountdownLondon & UK Live Bus CountdownFree4.8★ (1.9K)YesYesSep 2026
3LONDONBUS - London BusLONDONBUS - London BusFreeYesYesSep 2026
4London Bus TimesLondon Bus TimesFreeNoNoMay 2026
5LTWatch for London TransitLTWatch for London TransitFree4.6★ (88)YesYesSep 2026
6Next Bus Times for LondonNext Bus Times for LondonFree4.6★ (21)YesNoSep 2026
7TfL Go: Plan, Pay, TravelTfL Go: Plan, Pay, TravelFree4.8★ (12K)NoNoSep 2026
8London Live Bus MapLondon Live Bus MapFreeNoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for London Bus Timetable

Bus Times London Countdown App#1

Bus Times London Countdown App by Mapway Inc.

Live TfL Buses & stop checker
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.5(1.6K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app provides live TfL bus times and journey planning for London. It helps you find nearby stops, track buses in real-time, and plan routes with ease. Features include augmented reality guidance, personalized stop information, and alerts to never miss your destination.

London & UK Live Bus Countdown#2

London & UK Live Bus Countdown by Mobicia Limited

Bus, Tube Map & TfL Times & UK
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.8😐(1.9K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Get real-time bus arrival times and timetables across London and the UK. Features include live bus routes, journey planning, and disruption alerts for buses, tubes, and rail. Save favorite stops and access Santander Cycle information.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate bus times
  • 👍 Helpful for planning journeys
  • 🚀 Live bus tracking
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Reliable app
  • 👍 Great for commuters

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate bus times
  • 🐛 Buses disappearing from the app
  • 🐛 Frequent glitches and bugs
  • 🐛 Unreliable live updates
  • 🐛 Ads disrupt user experience

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FAQ about London Bus Timetable

What are the best london bus timetable apps for iPhone?
Bus Times London Countdown App tops our london bus timetable apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.5-star average from 1.6K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top london bus timetable apps we rank are free to download, including Bus Times London Countdown App and London & UK Live Bus Countdown.
Bus Times London Countdown App shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 237+ london bus timetable apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Bus Times London provides live TfL bus times, helps you plan bus journeys, and locate nearby bus stops across London. It uses official Transport for London data to offer real-time updates on bus arrivals and departures, ensuring you have the most accurate travel information.
Key features include live bus times for any stop or route, a clear map of nearby bus stops, a real-time journey planner, augmented reality guidance to find stops, personalized home stop settings, and alerts to notify you when to get off. It also offers bus fare information and the ability to track bus locations.