Best Metro Rail Dc Apps

199+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

Whether you're new to metro rail dc or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 199+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Top Picks for Metro Rail Dc

DC Metro and Bus - Tracker#1

DC Metro and Bus - Tracker by Dixon Mobility, LLC

Washington DC Metro - WMATA
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.5😐(36K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#71in Navigation
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate real-time information
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🚌 Helpful for tracking buses
  • 🗺️ Useful metro map feature

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Unreliable bus/train arrival times
  • 📢 Excessive and intrusive advertisements
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches
SmarTrip#2
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
Washington DC Metro Route Map#3

Washington DC Metro Route Map by Mapway Inc.

WMATA Subway and route planner
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😞(12K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Navigate Washington D.C. transit with ease. This app offers interactive maps, fast route planning, and step-by-step directions for the WMATA subway system. Enjoy offline access and real-time train departures to simplify your commute or sightseeing.

What We Love

  • 🗺️ Fantastic map
  • 📍 Easy to use
  • 🙌 Great tool
  • 🛫 Useful for planning trips

Room to Improve

  • 🕰️ Inaccurate train times
  • 🚫 Unusable due to ads
  • 🗺️ Out-of-date map

More Metro Rail Dc apps to explore

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Metro Pulse
Metro Pulse
Metro Pulse
Track your bus or train
Free

This app provides real-time transit information for the Washington region, including arrival times, service alerts, and trip planning. It offers practical details on nearby stations, elevator status, and offline maps for convenient travel.

Real-time arrival timesNearby station informationTrip planner with fare estimates
✈️ Travel
(102)
free
5
DC Transit • Metro & Bus Times
DC Transit • Metro & Bus Times
DC Transit • Metro & Bus Times
Live WMATA transit tracker
Free

Track live transit in the DC metro area with real-time updates for buses and trains. Plan your trips, get stop alerts, and view route maps, even offline. Never miss your stop with helpful notifications.

Live Metrobus and Metrorail trackingStop and schedule alertsTrip planner with directions
🗺️ Navigation
(625)
free with in-app purchases
6
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
(959K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Washington DC Metro Guide
Washington DC Metro Guide
Washington DC Metro Guide
DC Metro Map Navigation
Free

Navigate the Washington DC Metro system with this free transit app. It features the official WMATA map, route planning with fare and time estimates, and information on nearby sites. The app works offline, making it ideal for exploring the city.

Official WMATA Metro mapRoute planning with time and fareNearby sites information
🔍 Reference
(731)
free with in-app purchases
8
Metro Times Washington DC
Metro Times Washington DC
Metro Times Washington DC
Metro Train Arrival Times
Free

Find the nearest Metro entrance and get real-time train arrival information for DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Plan your commute with up-to-the-minute data, ensuring you never miss your train.

Find nearest Metro entranceReal-time train arrival timesDC, Maryland, Virginia coverage
✈️ Travel
(156)
free with in-app purchases
9
MetroTransit DC
MetroTransit DC
MetroTransit DC
Comprehensive DC Transit
Free

This app provides real-time DC transit information, including GPS-tracked arrival predictions for buses and trains. It displays transit alerts, vehicle locations, and complete route details on a customizable map, helping both commuters and tourists navigate the city's public transportation system.

Real-time GPS-tracked arrival predictionsTransit alerts and vehicle locationsComplete route information
🗺️ Navigation
(6)
free
10
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
11
Should I Run DC Metro
Should I Run DC Metro
Should I Run DC Metro
Catch that train
Free

This app provides real-time train schedules for the nearest MetroRail stations. It offers quick directions for walking or driving and displays the system map. Users can also check for elevator and escalator outages to plan their trips effectively.

Real-time train schedulesNearest station finderWalking/driving directions
🗺️ Navigation
(21)
free
12
DC Metro & Bus – Schedules
DC Metro & Bus – Schedules
DC Metro & Bus – Schedules
Washington DC Metro – WMATA
Free

Navigate Washington DC's public transit system with real-time schedules, live bus tracking, and station information. Find stops, routes, and plan your journey efficiently with alerts and customized features.

View metro and bus schedulesReal-time bus and train arrivalsTrack buses live on map
🗺️ Navigation
(777)
free with in-app purchases
13
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
14
LA Metro & Bus - Rail Tracker
LA Metro & Bus - Rail Tracker
LA Metro & Bus - Rail Tracker
Los Angeles Metro Transit
Free

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.

Real-time bus and rail predictionsNearby stop and station finderIntegrated trip planner
🗺️ Navigation
(4.7K)
free with in-app purchases
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Washington DC Travel Guide .
Washington DC Travel Guide .
Washington DC Travel Guide .
Washington Travel Guide & Map
Free

Explore Washington D.C. with a comprehensive offline travel guide. Discover attractions using augmented reality, navigate with interactive maps, and follow curated itineraries. Get practical tips for shopping, dining, and nightlife.

Augmented Reality (AR) city discovery100% offline travel guideOffline Metro and regional maps
✈️ Travel
(663)
free with in-app purchases
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onTime : DC Metro - WMATA
onTime : DC Metro - WMATA
onTime : DC Metro - WMATA
Live DC Metro, Bus and more
Free

Get real-time transit information for DC Metro and buses. View schedules, countdowns to the next train, and receive alerts for service changes. Go paperless and plan your trips efficiently.

Real-time train countdownsCommuter notificationsAutomatic schedule updates
🗺️ Navigation
(14)
ad-supported
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DC Metro ETA
DC Metro ETA
DC Metro ETA
Real-time DC Metro arrivals
Free

Get real-time train arrival times for the Washington DC Metro system. The app displays arrival boards that mimic platform displays and includes an interactive system map for easy navigation and transfer planning.

Live train arrival timesOfficial WMATA API integrationNearest station auto-selection
🗺️ Navigation
(35)
free
18
DC Metro
DC Metro
DC Metro
by Justin Cohen
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF

Get real-time train arrival information for Washington DC's metro system. Organize your favorite stops and view a subway map to easily navigate stations.

Real-time train arrivalsFavorite stop organizationSubway map browsing
🔧 Utilities
(6)
free
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DC Metro • Rail & Bus Tracker
DC Metro • Rail & Bus Tracker
DC Metro • Rail & Bus Tracker
Navigate the DC Metro System
Free

This app provides real-time arrival information and service alerts for the DC Metro bus and rail system. It features an interactive map, saved favorite stations, and widgets for quick access to transit updates.

Real-time bus and rail arrival informationLive service alertsStation information and entrance locations
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
freemium
20
RideMETRO
RideMETRO
RideMETRO
Public transit in Houston, TX
Free

Plan your journeys and purchase fares for Houston's bus and rail transit. Get real-time arrival information, view nearby routes, and receive trip notifications.

Trip planningFare paymentReal-time bus arrivals
🗺️ Navigation
(126)
free