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Best Mbta Ticket Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our mbta ticket list covers 249+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Mbta Ticket Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MBTA mTicketMBTA mTicketFree2.6★ (644)NoNoAug 2026
2MBTA Go — OfficialMBTA Go — OfficialFree4.1★ (142)NoNoAug 2026
3ProximiT: MBTA Boston TransitProximiT: MBTA Boston TransitFree4.6★ (24K)YesYesAug 2026
4MTA TrainTimeMTA TrainTimeFree4.9★ (211K)NoNoAug 2026
5ezTransit Boston MBTAezTransit Boston MBTAFree—NoYesAug 2026
6AmtrakAmtrakFree4.7★ (216K)NoNoAug 2026
7MBTA Destinations - ArriveMBTA Destinations - ArriveFree4.2★ (29)YesYesJun 2026
8The RIDE - MBTAThe RIDE - MBTAFree4.9★ (326)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Mbta Ticket

MBTA mTicket#1

MBTA mTicket by MBTA

Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
2.6😞(644 ratings)
Free
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Purchase Commuter Rail and Ferry tickets instantly from your smartphone. This app acts as a mobile ticket office, allowing you to buy single, round-trip, and 10-ride tickets securely. Your phone becomes your ticket, and purchased tickets are stored within the app for easy access and transfer.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app and reliable
  • 👍 Clean and simple, easy to use
  • 👍 Functional and works as needed
  • 🚀 Intuitive and easy to use

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy at best, frequently crashes
  • 🐛 Buggy, payment processing issues
  • 🐛 Unreliable, app often doesn't work
MBTA Go — Official#2

MBTA Go — Official by MBTA

Live Transit Information
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.1😊(142 ratings)
Free
#51in Navigation
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Get real-time public transit information for the Greater Boston area. Track buses and trains, view live arrival times, and stay updated on route closures and alerts. This app also offers accessibility features for all riders.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Reliable real-time information
  • 👍 Intuitive and clean user interface
  • 🚀 Accurate bus and train tracking

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent data accuracy
  • 🔓 Lack of mobile payment options
  • 🔍 Missing trip planning features
ProximiT: MBTA Boston Transit#3

ProximiT: MBTA Boston Transit by Jeff Lopes

Subway, Bus, and Commuter Rail
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😊(24K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app provides real-time transit information for Boston's subway, bus, and commuter rail systems. Get instant arrival predictions, locate nearby stations, and receive service alerts to optimize your commute.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate bus and train times
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 💡 Customizable favorites
  • 🚀 Convenient for commuting

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent real-time updates
  • 🐛 Inaccurate arrival predictions
  • 🐛 Fails to show up-to-date information

More Mbta Ticket apps to explore

4
MTA TrainTime
MTA TrainTime
MTA TrainTime
Railroad tickets and trips
Free

This app allows railroad customers to buy and use tickets, plan journeys, and track trains in real-time. It offers features like split payments, multi-station trip planning, and real-time GPS tracking for a seamless travel experience.

Buy and use railroad ticketsPlan trips with departure timesReal-time GPS train tracking
🗺️ Navigation
(211K)
free
5
ezTransit Boston MBTA
ezTransit Boston MBTA
ezTransit Boston MBTA
Trip planner for Boston MBTA
Free

Plan trips on Boston's public transport offline. Get route suggestions with transfer details and departure/arrival times. View routes on a map and save favorites.

Offline trip planningRoute suggestions with transfersDeparture and arrival times
✈️ Travel
(0)
free with in-app purchases
6
Amtrak
Amtrak
Amtrak
by Amtrak
Free

Book train tickets, manage your account, and access travel information on the go. Show your eTicket digitally and save payment details for quick purchases. Find station info and check train status easily.

Digital eTicketsTicket purchasingTrain status checks
✈️ Travel
(216K)
free with in-app purchases
7
MBTA Destinations - Arrive
MBTA Destinations - Arrive
MBTA Destinations - Arrive
Commuter rail station alerts
Free

Receive timely alerts as you approach your commuter rail station. Get real-time information on your location, arrival time, and distance to your destination. Customize notification preferences for a seamless travel experience.

Station arrival alertsReal-time location trackingArrival and travel time estimates
✈️ Travel
(29)
free with in-app purchases
8
The RIDE - MBTA
The RIDE - MBTA
The RIDE - MBTA
The MBTA’s paratransit service
Free

Book paratransit trips, manage your account, and track your vehicle in real-time. This app simplifies travel for users of the MBTA's paratransit service.

Book tripsAdd funds to accountTrack vehicle in real-time
✈️ Travel
(326)
free
9
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
10
Boston T and Bus• MBTA Transit
Boston T and Bus• MBTA Transit
Boston T and Bus• MBTA Transit
MBTA Subway and Bus Assistant
Free

Navigate Boston's public transit with real-time arrivals, interactive maps, and smart trip planning. Get up-to-the-second predictions for trains and buses, track vehicles live, and receive service alerts. Perfect for commuters, students, and tourists.

Real-time MBTA arrival timesInteractive transit mapsSmart journey planner
🗺️ Navigation
(2)
ad-supported
11
onTime : MBTA
onTime : MBTA
onTime : MBTA
Commuting made easy
Free

Access train schedules and real-time updates for your commute. Get countdowns to the next train, track information, and service alerts. Go paperless and stay informed about delays and changes.

Countdown to next trainReal-time track infoCommuter-notification service
🗺️ Navigation
(8)
ad-supported
12
MBTA Live - Boston Transit App
MBTA Live - Boston Transit App
MBTA Live - Boston Transit App
Commuter Rail and Subway
Free

Get real-time tracking for Boston's MBTA trains and countdown clocks. Supports Commuter Rail and subway lines like Red, Orange, Green, Blue, Silver, and Mattapan. Bus tracking is planned for future updates.

Real-time train trackingCountdown clocksCommuter Rail support
🗺️ Navigation
(9)
free
13
GoPass
GoPass
GoPass
by DART/The T/DCTA
Free

This app simplifies public transit by allowing users to purchase and store mobile tickets for multiple transit agencies. It offers real-time trip planning, navigation, and a digital wallet for convenient payments.

Mobile ticketingReal-time trip planningDigital GoPass Wallet
✈️ Travel
(85K)
free
14
DB Navigator
DB Navigator
DB Navigator
Tickets, Timetables & Booking
Free

Plan and manage your journeys across Germany with this comprehensive travel app. Book tickets, find the best prices, and receive real-time travel updates for all public transport, including trains, subways, trams, and buses. It offers convenient features like seat reservations and coach information to ensure a smooth travel experience.

Ticket bookingDeutschland-Ticket integrationBest price search
✈️ Travel
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Where's my MBTA Bus?
Where's my MBTA Bus?
Where's my MBTA Bus?
by Vladimir Grinman
$0.99

Track your MBTA bus in real-time to know its exact location and estimated arrival time. Plan your commute with confidence, decide when to leave, and avoid missing your ride. Features include real-time predictions, route maps, and saved favorite stops.

Real-time bus locationsReal-time arrival predictionsView official MBTA Alerts
🗺️ Navigation
(151)
free
16
Ticketmaster－Buy, Sell Tickets
Ticketmaster－Buy, Sell Tickets
Ticketmaster－Buy, Sell Tickets
Concerts, Sports & Theater
Free

Access and manage tickets for live entertainment events. Discover concerts, sports, and theater, buy tickets securely, and resell them if needed. Your mobile ticket solution for seamless entry to shows.

Discover millions of eventsBuy tickets safely and securelyResell tickets to other fans
🎬 Entertainment
(4.1M)
ad-supported
17
Gametime - Last Minute Tickets
Gametime - Last Minute Tickets
Gametime - Last Minute Tickets
Sports, Concerts, & Theater
Free

Find last-minute deals on tickets for sports, concerts, and theater. This app offers mobile ticket delivery, seat view previews, and a simple checkout process. It also includes a comprehensive ticket coverage policy for added peace of mind.

Last-minute ticket dealsView from seatsMobile ticket delivery
🎬 Entertainment
(267K)
free with in-app purchases
18
BusTracc MBTA Bus Tracker
BusTracc MBTA Bus Tracker
BusTracc MBTA Bus Tracker
Catch real buses, not ghosts
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
19
TickPick: No Fee Tickets
TickPick: No Fee Tickets
TickPick: No Fee Tickets
Sports, Concerts, & Theater
Free

Easily buy tickets to live events like sports, concerts, and theater without hidden fees. Features include seat views, deal rankings, and secure payment options. You can also sell your own tickets directly through the app.

No buyer service fees100% BuyerTrust GuaranteePatented Score Report for best deals
🎬 Entertainment
(389K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Greyhound: Buy Bus Tickets
Greyhound: Buy Bus Tickets
Greyhound: Buy Bus Tickets
Book bus tickets easier
Free

Book bus tickets with more options and low fares. View schedules for multiple carriers, select your preferred seat, and display your ticket digitally. Receive live trip updates and exclusive app-only discounts.

Book bus ticketsView Greyhound & FlixBus schedulesSelect preferred seats
✈️ Travel
(232K)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Mbta Ticket

What are the best mbta ticket apps for iPhone?
MBTA mTicket tops our mbta ticket apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 2.6-star average from 644 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top mbta ticket apps we rank are free to download, including MBTA mTicket and MBTA Go — Official.
MBTA mTicket has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ mbta ticket apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app allows you to securely purchase MBTA Commuter Rail and Ferry tickets, including single ride, round-trip, and 10-ride options, directly from your smartphone. It also provides access to schedules and service alerts.
Once you purchase a ticket through the app, your smartphone becomes your ticket. You can easily access your purchased tickets within the 'My Tickets' section of the app.