Best Nyc Bus Routes Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated November 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our nyc bus routes list covers 247+ iPhone apps updated through November 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Nyc Bus Routes Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1NYC Bus CheckerNYC Bus CheckerFree4.6★ (3.1K)YesYesNov 2026
2NYC Bus Tracker & MapNYC Bus Tracker & MapFree4.0★ (50)NoNoOct 2026
3NYC Transit: MTA Subway & BusNYC Transit: MTA Subway & BusFree4.6★ (39K)YesYesNov 2026
4CatchMyBusCatchMyBus$1.99—NoNoMay 2026
5Bus Tracker: NYC (Live MTA Times)Bus Tracker: NYC (Live MTA Times)Free3.8★ (11)NoNoMay 2026
6NYC Buses Near MeNYC Buses Near MeFree—YesNoMay 2026
7NYC LiveNYC LiveFree—NoNoNov 2026
8BusWatchBusWatchFree—NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Nyc Bus Routes

NYC Bus Checker#1

NYC Bus Checker by UrbanThings Limited

Live Bus Times for New York
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.6😞(3.1K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Get live bus times, plan journeys, and view route maps for all New York City buses. Access real-time updates on detours and cancellations, and save your favorite stops for quick access.

What We Love

  • 👍 Accurate bus arrival times
  • 🚀 Helpful for daily commute
  • 💡 Useful app for NYC residents
  • 🗺️ Provides bus route information

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate or unreliable bus arrival times
  • 🔍 Difficult to navigate and find bus stops
  • 🔍 Issues with saved/favorite bus stops
  • 🔍 Confusing interface changes
  • 💰 Excessive ads
NYC Bus Tracker & Map#2

NYC Bus Tracker & Map by Eduardo Soto

Never miss the bus again!
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.0(50 ratings)
Free
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Track the real-time location of every MTA bus in New York City on an interactive map. Get live arrival estimates for selected stops and view a bus's progress along its route. Save your favorite routes for quick access.

NYC Transit: MTA Subway & Bus#3

NYC Transit: MTA Subway & Bus by Adamton Apps ltd

Live Times, LIRR, Metro-North
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😐(39K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Navigate New York City's public transportation with real-time updates for subways, buses, and trains. Plan trips, get arrival alerts, and access offline maps for a smoother commute.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Helpful for navigating NYC transit
  • 👍 Provides multiple route options
  • 💡 Customizable favorites and settings
  • 🚀 Useful for tourists and new users
  • 👍 Accurate real-time information

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate arrival/departure times
  • 🐛 Missing major transit stops
  • 🐛 Unreliable GPS tracking
  • 🐛 Confusing interface for multi-modal trips
  • 🐛 Slow performance and glitches

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FAQ about Nyc Bus Routes

What are the best nyc bus routes apps for iPhone?
NYC Bus Checker tops our nyc bus routes apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 3.1K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top nyc bus routes apps we rank are free to download, including NYC Bus Checker and NYC Bus Tracker & Map.
NYC Bus Checker shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 247+ nyc bus routes apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.