Best Rail Map Apps

245+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free rail map apps? 19 of our 245+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Rail Map Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Rail GuideRail GuideFree5.0★ (21)YesNoAug 2026
2Railmap for Open Railway MapRailmap for Open Railway Map$2.994.7★ (692)YesNoAug 2026
3Open Railroad GuideOpen Railroad GuideFree was $2.994.9★ (8)NoYesAug 2026
4City Rail Map - Travel OfflineCity Rail Map - Travel OfflineFree4.6★ (3.5K)NoYesAug 2026
5Kuala Lumpur Rail Map LiteKuala Lumpur Rail Map LiteFree3.6★ (14)NoNoMay 2026
6Taipei Rail Map LiteTaipei Rail Map LiteFreeNoNoMay 2026
7Sendai Rail Map LiteSendai Rail Map LiteFreeNoNoMay 2026
8Brussels Rail Map LiteBrussels Rail Map LiteFree4.0★ (2)NoNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Rail Map

Rail Guide#1

Rail Guide by Rail Guide LLC

Editor's Choice
🔍 Reference
5.0(21 ratings)
FreeAds
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Explore detailed maps of active, historic, and abandoned rail lines across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Includes milepost data for most routes and points of interest. Stay updated on map changes via the official Facebook page.

Railmap for Open Railway Map#2

Railmap for Open Railway Map by Florian Chrometz

Explore global train tracks
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.7😐(692 ratings)
$2.99Ads
#93in Reference
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Discover the world through the lens of train tracks. Explore global rail networks, understand speed limits on different lines, and view detailed information about railway signals. The app caches visited locations for faster loading.

What We Love

  • 🗺️ Comprehensive railway line coverage worldwide
  • 👍 Shows both active and abandoned rail lines
  • 🎯 Accurate and detailed track layouts
  • 📍 Useful for train enthusiasts and rail professionals

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Map fails to load after extended use
  • 🐛 Zoom functionality causes tracks to disappear
  • 📊 No legend or explanation of symbols/colors
Open Railroad Guide#3

Open Railroad Guide by IKworks

The All-in-one Railfan Toolkit
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.9(8 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Explore detailed railroad maps, historical imagery, and live train data. Features include AR track viewing, frequency finding, and community collaboration for rail enthusiasts and historians.

More Rail Map apps to explore

4
City Rail Map - Travel Offline
City Rail Map - Travel Offline
City Rail Map - Travel Offline
Transit for Subway Metro Train
Free

Navigate public transit in major cities worldwide without an internet connection. Find stations, plan routes with distance and travel time, and get walking directions to your destination. Save favorite locations for quick access.

Offline rail mapsGlobal city coverageStation proximity
✈️ Travel
(3.5K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Kuala Lumpur Rail Map Lite
Kuala Lumpur Rail Map Lite
Kuala Lumpur Rail Map Lite
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free

Navigate Kuala Lumpur's rail and subway system with a beautifully designed, easy-to-use map. Quickly plan routes, find stations, and view line information. Optimized for all Apple devices.

Beautifully designed rail mapFast route planner with transfersStations index for quick access
✈️ Travel
(14)
free
6
Taipei Rail Map Lite
Taipei Rail Map Lite
Taipei Rail Map Lite
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
7
Sendai Rail Map Lite
Sendai Rail Map Lite
Sendai Rail Map Lite
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
8
Brussels Rail Map Lite
Brussels Rail Map Lite
Brussels Rail Map Lite
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free

This app provides a clear and concise route map for rail and subway systems. It features offline data, a route planner, and station lookup. Optimized for various Apple devices, it offers high-resolution graphics and GPS support.

Offline data accessRoute planner with transfersStations index and lookup
✈️ Travel
(2)
free
9
Perth Rail Map Lite
Perth Rail Map Lite
Perth Rail Map Lite
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
10
Chicago Rail Map Lite
Chicago Rail Map Lite
Chicago Rail Map Lite
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free

This app provides a clear and concise route map for the Chicago rail and subway system. It features a route planner, station index, and GPS support to find nearby stations. Enjoy high-resolution graphics and intuitive rotation and zoom controls.

Clear route mapFastest route plannerStation index and lookup
✈️ Travel
(3)
free
11
Adelaide Rail Map Lite
Adelaide Rail Map Lite
Adelaide Rail Map Lite
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free

This app provides a clear and concise route map for rail and subway systems. It features a route planner, station index, and line overviews, with day and night map options for easy legibility. GPS support helps you find nearby stations.

Beautiful rail map designInstant route plannerStations index and lookup
✈️ Travel
(0)
free
12
Brisbane Rail Map Lite
Brisbane Rail Map Lite
Brisbane Rail Map Lite
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free

Navigate public transit with a beautiful, clear map and route planner. Find the fastest way to your destination, view station details, and switch between day and night modes. Includes GPS support to locate nearby stations.

Beautiful and clear route mapFastest route planner with transfersStations index and lookup
✈️ Travel
(0)
free
13
Eurostar: Train travel & Hotel
Eurostar: Train travel & Hotel
Eurostar: Train travel & Hotel
Train booking to travel Europe
Free

Book train tickets and hotel packages for European travel. Find cheap fares, manage bookings, and access exclusive member benefits. Plan your next adventure across France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany with ease.

Book train ticketsBook Train + Hotel packagesStore tickets in app or Apple Wallet
✈️ Travel
(26K)
free
14
Kobe Rail Map Lite
Kobe Rail Map Lite
Kobe Rail Map Lite
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
15
Montenegro Rail Map
Montenegro Rail Map
Montenegro Rail Map
Scenic Mountain Railway Routes
Free
📚 Education
(0)
16
Tokyo Rail Map+ Lite • Yokohama, Saitama, Chiba
Tokyo Rail Map+ Lite • Yokohama, Saitama, Chiba
Tokyo Rail Map+ Lite • Yokohama, Saitama, Chiba
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free

Navigate Tokyo's extensive rail and subway system with this visually appealing and functional route map. Features include a route planner, station index, and GPS support to find the closest station. Optimized for all Apple devices, it offers high-resolution graphics and zoom capabilities.

Beautiful rail map designInstant route plannerStations index and lookup
✈️ Travel
(66)
free
17
Nagoya Rail Map Lite
Nagoya Rail Map Lite
Nagoya Rail Map Lite
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free

This app provides a clear and concise route map for Central Nagoya's rail and subway system. It features a route planner, station index, and day/night map options for easy navigation. GPS support helps you find the nearest station.

Route plannerStations indexDay and night maps
✈️ Travel
(1)
free
18
World Transit Maps
World Transit Maps
World Transit Maps
USA, UK & worldwide network
Free

This app provides detailed railway maps for numerous countries, including high-speed trains, commuter lines, and metro systems. It features an intuitive route finder and real-time service status updates for seamless travel planning. Offline map browsing is also available.

Detailed railway and metro mapsIntuitive route finderReal-time service status updates
✈️ Travel
(91)
free with in-app purchases
19
Paris Rail Map Lite
Paris Rail Map Lite
Paris Rail Map Lite
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free

Navigate Paris's public transport system with a clear, high-resolution map. Features include a route planner, station index, and GPS support to find nearby stations. Optimized for all Apple devices.

High-resolution Paris rail mapFastest route plannerStation index and lookup
✈️ Travel
(3)
free
20
Beijing Rail Map Lite
Beijing Rail Map Lite
Beijing Rail Map Lite
by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr
Free

This app provides a clear and beautiful route map for navigating rail and subway systems. It includes a route planner, station index, line overviews, and GPS support to find nearby stations. High-resolution graphics and interactive features enhance the user experience.

Beautiful rail map designFast route plannerStation index and lookup
✈️ Travel
(1)
free

FAQ about Rail Map

What are the best rail map apps for iPhone?
Rail Guide tops our rail map apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 21 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top rail map apps we rank are free to download, including Rail Guide and Open Railroad Guide.
Rail Guide shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 245+ rail map apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Rail Guide provides maps for rail lines in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This includes current, historic, and abandoned routes within these countries.
Yes, Rail Guide includes milepost data for most of the rail lines featured on its maps. This is useful for precise location tracking along the routes.

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