Best Next Bus Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Out of 248+ next bus apps on iOS, 20 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 Next Bus Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NextBus Wellington TransportNextBus Wellington TransportFree3.6★ (12)NoNoOct 2026
2Transit • Subway & Bus TimesTransit • Subway & Bus TimesFree4.6★ (1M)NoYesNov 2026
3SF Muni BusesSF Muni BusesFree4.2★ (1K)YesYesOct 2026
4NexBusNexBusFree3.0★ (2)NoNoMay 2026
5SF Next BusSF Next BusFree2.1★ (14)YesNoNov 2026
6Next Bus Dublin & IrelandNext Bus Dublin & IrelandFree4.4★ (35)YesNoOct 2026
7RoutesyRoutesyFree4.7★ (15K)YesYesNov 2026
8Next BusNext BusFree—NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Next Bus

NextBus Wellington Transport#1

NextBus Wellington Transport by Iqbal Wan

Metlink in real-time
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
3.6(12 ratings)
Free
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Navigate Wellington's public transport with real-time updates on buses, trains, cable cars, and ferries. See vehicle locations, check service disruptions, and find nearby stops. Save your favorite stops for quick access.

Transit • Subway & Bus Times#2

Transit • Subway & Bus Times by Transit App, Inc.

Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😐(1M ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#6in Navigation
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Navigate over 1,000 cities with real-time transit information. Plan the fastest routes, compare multi-modal options, and receive instant alerts for delays. Save favorite destinations for one-tap trip planning.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate real-time transit information
  • 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
  • 🚀 Reliable and helpful for commuting
  • 👍 Useful features like route planning and alerts
  • 🚀 Comprehensive coverage of transit options
  • 👍 Convenient for travelers in unfamiliar cities
  • 🚀 Crowd-sourced data for better accuracy

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent bus/train arrival times
  • 🐛 Unreliable GPS tracking and location data
  • 🔒 Concerns about paid subscription model
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches after recent updates
  • 🐛 Inability to view full schedule or make route changes
SF Muni Buses#3

SF Muni Buses by Alex Perez

Live Map & Bus Times
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.2😞(1K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Track the real-time location and arrival predictions for buses. Get instant notifications for delays and closures, save favorite stops, and set reminders to never miss your ride. Optimized for various Apple devices.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Efficient
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 💡 Helpful features
  • 🚌 Accurate bus predictions

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy
  • 🤔 Confusing interface
  • 👎 Not user-friendly
  • 🕰️ Inaccurate arrival times
  • 🙄 Useless
  • 💸 Lame ads

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FAQ about Next Bus

What are the best next bus apps for iPhone?
NextBus Wellington Transport tops our next bus apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 3.6-star average from 12 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top next bus apps we rank are free to download, including NextBus Wellington Transport and Transit • Subway & Bus Times.
NextBus Wellington Transport has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 248+ next bus apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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