Best Metro Card Apps

201+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

SmarTrip is the household name in metro card, but it's far from the only option. We track 201+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Metro Card Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1SmarTripSmarTripFree2.5★ (57)NoNoJul 2026
2The Official MTA AppThe Official MTA AppFree4.4★ (13K)NoNoAug 2026
3MTA TrainTimeMTA TrainTimeFree4.9★ (211K)NoNoAug 2026
4Apple WalletApple WalletFree4.8★ (6.7M)YesNoAug 2026
5Transit • Subway & Bus TimesTransit • Subway & Bus TimesFree4.6★ (965K)NoYesAug 2026
6New York Subway MTA Map NYCNew York Subway MTA Map NYCFree4.6★ (109K)YesYesAug 2026
7Metro MyCardMetro MyCardFreeNoNoJun 2026
8NJ TRANSITNJ TRANSITFree4.8★ (269K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Metro Card

2.5😞(57 ratings)
Free
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Manage your SmarTrip card and account with this optional tool. Register your card for balance protection, check benefits, set up auto-reload, or purchase transit passes. It can also be added to Apple Wallet for easy tap-to-pay.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Convenient for commuting
  • 🚀 Seamless integration with Apple Wallet
  • 🚀 Straightforward account setup

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Unreliable card reading at turnstiles
  • 🐛 Delayed balance updates
  • 🐛 Buggy app functionality
The Official MTA App#2

The Official MTA App by Metropolitan Transportation Authority

MTA transit and map info
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.4😞(13K ratings)
Free
#78in Travel
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate train times
  • 🚀 Helpful for commuters
  • 🚀 Useful for tracking service changes
  • 👍 Clean design

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate bus arrival times
  • 🐛 Unreliable train arrival times
  • 🐛 Buggy and crashes frequently
MTA TrainTime#3

MTA TrainTime by Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Railroad tickets and trips
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.9😊(211K ratings)
Free
#12in Navigation
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Efficient and easy to use
  • 👍 Consolidated app with all features
  • 🚅 Accurate real-time train tracking
  • 💳 Seamless ticket purchasing

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
  • 🕰️ Inconsistent train arrival/departure times
  • 🔍 Difficult to find older tickets

More Metro Card apps to explore

4
Apple Wallet
Apple Wallet
Apple Wallet
Apple Pay, Apple Card and more
Free

Securely store and manage digital versions of your credit/debit cards, IDs, transit passes, tickets, and keys. Use it to make payments, send money, and access venues and transportation with your iPhone or Apple Watch.

Store credit/debit cardsDigital driver's license/state IDTransit and event tickets
💰 Finance
(6.7M)
free
5
Transit • Subway & Bus Times
Transit • Subway & Bus Times
Transit • Subway & Bus Times
Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro
Free

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.

Real-time departure timesLive vehicle trackingFastest route planning
🗺️ Navigation
(965K)
free with in-app purchases
6
New York Subway MTA Map NYC
New York Subway MTA Map NYC
New York Subway MTA Map NYC
Live NY Routes & Transit Times
Free

Navigate New York City's subway system with official MTA maps and a smart route planner. Get live service status, countdown clocks, and offline access to help you travel efficiently. Plan routes to popular attractions and save your favorite stations.

Official MTA subway mapsTransit route plannerOffline functionality
🗺️ Navigation
(109K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Metro MyCard
Metro MyCard
Metro MyCard
by Metro Community Federal Credit Union
Free
💰 Finance
(0)
8
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
9
NYC Transit: MTA Subway & Bus
NYC Transit: MTA Subway & Bus
NYC Transit: MTA Subway & Bus
Live Times, LIRR, Metro-North
Free

Navigate New York City like a local with real-time updates for subways, buses, and trains. Plan trips, get arrival alerts, and track your journey with detailed maps and customizable widgets.

Real-time MTA subway, bus, and train trackingArrival and stop alertsTrip planner with step-by-step directions
🗺️ Navigation
(38K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Delhi Metro Sarthi App
Delhi Metro Sarthi App
Delhi Metro Sarthi App
DMRC Ticket Booking App
Free

This app provides comprehensive information for navigating Delhi Metro services. Find routes, fares, travel times, station details, and nearby attractions. It also offers information on lost and found items and other metro-related services.

Route planning between stationsFare and travel time estimatesStation information (timings, platforms, gates)
🗺️ Navigation
(18)
free
11
DC Metro and Bus - Tracker
DC Metro and Bus - Tracker
DC Metro and Bus - Tracker
Real-Time WMATA Rail & Bus
Free

Get real-time transit predictions for Washington DC's Metro rail and bus routes. Plan your trips with step-by-step directions, view interactive maps, and receive alerts for service disruptions. Save your favorite stops for quick access.

Real-time predictionsTrip plannerInteractive DC Metro map
🗺️ Navigation
(37K)
free with in-app purchases
12
MetroCard Fixer
MetroCard Fixer
MetroCard Fixer
by WFT Productions
Free

This app helps New York City residents avoid losing money on their MetroCards. It calculates the exact amount of value to add to your card to prevent leftover balances, supporting any pay-per-ride card.

Calculates value to add to MetroCardPrevents leftover balancesSupports any pay-per-ride MetroCard
💰 Finance
(8)
free
13
Adelaide Metro Buy & Go
Adelaide Metro Buy & Go
Adelaide Metro Buy & Go
Buy tickets for Adelaide Metro
Free

Purchase and activate tickets for Adelaide's public transport network directly from your smartphone. Access various ticket types and passes for buses, trains, and trams. Plan your journeys and easily validate your digital tickets upon boarding.

Purchase single trip and day ticketsBuy 3, 14, and 28-day passesActivate tickets before boarding
✈️ Travel
(210)
free with in-app purchases
14
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
(59K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Aamar Kolkata Metro
Aamar Kolkata Metro
Aamar Kolkata Metro
Official App of Kolkata Metro
Free

Book QR-based tickets for seamless entry into Kolkata Metro. Link and top-up your Stored Value Smart Card directly through the app for convenient travel.

QR ticket bookingAutomatic Fare Collection gate accessStored Value Smart Card linking
✈️ Travel
(60)
free
16
NAMANE: Pay & Transit card
NAMANE: Pay & Transit card
NAMANE: Pay & Transit card
All the travel in Korea
Free

Design a personalized payment and transit card with your own photos and text. Use it for everyday purchases and public transportation across Korea. Manage your balance, view transaction history, and locate kiosks all within the app.

Design custom cards with photos and textUse for payments at merchants nationwideFunction as a public transportation card
💰 Finance
(234)
free with in-app purchases
17
Ventra
Ventra
Ventra
by Chicago Transit Authority
Free

Manage your public transit fares and tickets for Chicago's CTA, Metra, and Pace services. Load value, buy Metra mobile tickets, and access real-time arrival information all in one place. Add your Ventra Card to your iPhone for seamless travel.

Manage Ventra Card balance and passesLoad value and passes to Ventra CardBuy Metra mobile tickets
✈️ Travel
(3.3K)
free
18
Bonjour RATP
Bonjour RATP
Bonjour RATP
Subway, RER, Trains, Navigo
Free

Plan your trips, check live traffic, and purchase tickets for all public transport in Île-de-France. Discover alternative mobility options like bike sharing and customize your routes based on preferences. Receive real-time alerts for disruptions.

Trip planning across all networksReal-time traffic and alertsIn-app ticket and pass purchase
🗺️ Navigation
(2K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Tin City Metro 2.0
Tin City Metro 2.0
Tin City Metro 2.0
Manage card and track buses
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
20
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

FAQ about Metro Card

What are the best metro card apps for iPhone?
SmarTrip tops our metro card apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 2.5-star average from 57 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top metro card apps we rank are free to download, including SmarTrip and The Official MTA App.
SmarTrip has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 201+ metro card apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The SmarTrip app is an optional tool that allows you to manage your SmarTrip card and account. You can register your card for account balance protection, check your SmartBenefits, set up Auto-Reload, or purchase money-saving unlimited transit passes.
No, this app cannot be used to pay your transit or parking fares directly. However, you can add your SmarTrip card to Apple Wallet and use that to tap and pay for rides or parking where SmarTrip is accepted.

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