Best New York Public Transit Apps

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.

Citymapper: All Live Transit

Live Bus, Subway, Train Times

Free

Plan and navigate your journeys using real-time public transit, ride-sharing, and micro-mobility options. Get turn-by-turn directions, live updates, and compare travel times and costs across various modes of transport.

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.

NYC Ferry

Explore NYC like never before

Free

This app offers a comfortable and enjoyable way to commute and explore New York City. It provides paperless ticketing, live scheduling with real-time updates, and a trip planner to discover new routes. Receive personalized notifications and consider an unlimited pass for frequent travel.

MTA Mobile Ticketing

Easily pay for trips on MTA

Free

This app allows users to pay for trips on MTA buses directly from their smartphones. It offers a secure, cash-free payment method using major credit cards.

New Jersey Bus & Train Times

All NJ Transit in one app

Free

Navigate New Jersey's public transit system with real-time bus and train arrivals. Access schedules, routes, and station information for NJ Transit, PATH, and light rail. Offline maps and cloud syncing for saved places are also available.

Simple Transit: New York

Easier MTA navigation.

Free

Navigate NYC's public transit system with ease. Find nearby stations, plan multi-modal routes, and receive clear, step-by-step guidance for your journey. Stay informed about service changes and access offline timetables.

NYC Bus & Subway Tracker

Live MTA Arrivals & Alerts

Free

Navigate New York City's public transit with real-time MTA bus schedules and precise GPS tracking. This app offers a reliable and convenient tool to stay updated on bus locations and arrival times for a hassle-free commute.

Metro Transit Fast Fares

by Metro Transit

Free

Manage your public transit fares conveniently on your mobile device. Add value to your account and track discount programs without needing to purchase physical passes in advance. Enjoy a faster and easier way to ride.

NYC Subway Live ETAs

Quick ETAs for lines near you

Free

Get real-time arrival information for New York City subway stations. View up-to-the-minute ETAs directly from the MTA, along with in-context service alerts for the latest updates.

Now Departing: NYC Subway

Live train times at a glance

Free

Get real-time NYC Subway train departure times at a glance. The app automatically shows the closest station and allows easy navigation between lines and saving favorites.

Eric's New York - Travel Guide

Offline City Map & Metro Lines

Free

Explore New York City offline with a comprehensive guide featuring maps, walking tours, and metro information. Discover attractions, restaurants, and hidden gems, and save money with ticket discounts. Plan your perfect trip by saving favorites and adding your own must-see spots.

New York Subway Map MTA NYC

Offline NY Subway Transit Map

Free

Navigate New York City's public transit system offline with this comprehensive subway map. Access detailed station information, including transfers, gate addresses, and accessibility features. Includes LIRR, Metro-North, and bus route maps for complete transit coverage.