Best Railroad Tracker Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 2026

The best railroad tracker apps on iPhone average 3.8★ across 249+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated August 2026.

Compare top Railroad Tracker Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1TrainTracker AppTrainTracker AppFree4.8★ (14)YesNoAug 2026
2Open Railroad GuideOpen Railroad GuideFree was $2.994.9★ (20)NoYesAug 2026
3Railway Radar - Train TrackerRailway Radar - Train TrackerFree1.0★ (3)YesNoMay 2026
4TrainsFYI: Train Map & TrackerTrainsFYI: Train Map & TrackerFree4.6★ (32)NoYesAug 2026
5TrainTrack • Train TrackerTrainTrack • Train TrackerFree5.0★ (7)YesNoJul 2026
6Rail GuideRail GuideFree5.0★ (21)YesNoAug 2026
7Train Tracker ProTrain Tracker ProFree5.0★ (4)NoYesAug 2026
8Train Tracker - Trainspotting ToolTrain Tracker - Trainspotting ToolFree2.5★ (32)YesNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Railroad Tracker

TrainTracker App#1

TrainTracker App by SAMUEL NICHOLAS HAJEK

Community Train Sighting Map
Editor's Choice
🌐 Social Networking
4.8(14 ratings)
FreeAds
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Log and explore real-time train sightings across North America. Share your discoveries, view what others have spotted, and track your sighting history with badges. Features an interactive map and community feed for railfans.

Open Railroad Guide#2

Open Railroad Guide by IKworks

The All-in-one Railfan Toolkit
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.9(20 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 Railroad Tracker apps to explore

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TrainsFYI: Train Map & Tracker
TrainsFYI: Train Map & Tracker
TrainsFYI: Train Map & Tracker
A worldwide train tracking map
Free

Explore active trains worldwide on a real-time map. Follow individual train journeys, see routes and stops, and browse by transit network. Coverage is expanding to more countries and rail systems.

Live train position updatesFollow individual train journeysView routes and stops
🗺️ Navigation
(32)
freemium
5
TrainTrack • Train Tracker
TrainTrack • Train Tracker
TrainTrack • Train Tracker
Live maps and departure times
Free

This app provides real-time train tracking and departure/arrival times for Amtrak travelers. It features live maps, quick access to nearby stations, and the ability to save favorite locations for a smoother journey.

Real-time train tracking on mapUp-to-date departure and arrival timesFind nearby Amtrak stations
🗺️ Navigation
(7)
ad-supported
6
Rail Guide
Rail Guide
Rail Guide
by Rail Guide LLC
Free

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.

North American rail line mapsCurrent, historic, and abandoned linesMilepost data
🔍 Reference
(21)
ad-supported
7
Train Tracker Pro
Train Tracker Pro
Train Tracker Pro
Amtrak and VIA Rail Tracking
Free

Track Amtrak and VIA Rail Canada trains with live locations, interactive timetables, and real-time weather. Access over 250 public railcams and view 14 days of historical train data. Get train-specific alerts and follow trains on your lock screen.

Live train locationsInteractive timetablesReal-time weather
✈️ Travel
(4)
free with in-app purchases
8
Train Tracker - Trainspotting Tool
Train Tracker - Trainspotting Tool
Train Tracker - Trainspotting Tool
by margaret kovatch
Free

Track your train journeys with detailed metrics like speed, altitude, and direction. View your current location on a map and access useful information instantly. This tool is designed for train passengers to enhance their travel experience.

Measure average and maximum speedTrack altitude and coordinatesDisplay moving direction
✈️ Travel
(32)
free with in-app purchases
9
Rail Roster - Tracker
Rail Roster - Tracker
Rail Roster - Tracker
Model Train Collection Tracker
Free

Manage and catalog your model train collection with detailed records for trains, accessories, and consists. Track specifications, purchase history, and operational details, with powerful search and filtering tools. Visualize your collection's growth and value with insightful dashboards and charts.

Catalog trains, accessories, and consistsDetailed model and prototype specificationsTrack electronics, operation, and maintenance
🔧 Utilities
(1)
freemium
10
GeoApe Tracker
GeoApe Tracker
GeoApe Tracker
Share your adventures online!
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
11
Great Western Railway
Great Western Railway
Great Western Railway
Train tickets, travel & times
Free

Plan train journeys and book tickets across Britain. Save money with advance fares, store mobile tickets, and access live train times and platform information. Earn rewards and manage digital railcards within the app.

Book train tickets across BritainSave on advance faresStore mobile tickets in-app
✈️ Travel
(2.3K)
free
12
Railfan Copilot
Railfan Copilot
Railfan Copilot
by Ronald Minor
Free

Track real-time train positions, listen to live radio feeds, and identify locomotives with AI. Features include a sun angle predictor and community sightings. Unlock all features with a one-time purchase.

Live train tracking mapLive railroad radio scannerAI train symbol decoder
🗺️ Navigation
(4)
free with in-app purchases
13
JBD Tracker
JBD Tracker
JBD Tracker
GPS Tracking
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
14
TrackWatch: Live Train Status
TrackWatch: Live Train Status
TrackWatch: Live Train Status
Live Amtrak train tracking
$4.99
✈️ Travel
(0)
15
TrainSpotters
TrainSpotters
TrainSpotters
by P-COM LLC
Free

Track the real-time location and status of trains across the United States. Join a dedicated community of enthusiasts and explore over 600 train lines. This app requires a monthly subscription for full access.

Track US train locations and statusAccess over 600 train linesJoin a train enthusiast community
🔧 Utilities
(1)
subscription
16
Iron Horse App
Iron Horse App
Iron Horse App
by Mark Alley
Free

This app helps dme members track essential work-related information. It allows users to log pay, trips, meals, hotel stays, and home time, along with other railroading duties.

Track payLog tripsRecord meals
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
17
Trainy: Live UK Train Tracker
Trainy: Live UK Train Tracker
Trainy: Live UK Train Tracker
Real-Time Train Monitoring
Free

This app provides real-time UK train tracking, including live arrival and departure times, platform information, and delay updates. Easily save favorite routes and stations for quick access to essential travel information.

Live train activitiesReal-time arrivals and departuresPlatform and delay updates
✈️ Travel
(0)
free
18
RideMate: Ride Tracker
RideMate: Ride Tracker
RideMate: Ride Tracker
Motorbike Ride & Trip Tracking
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
19
Rilapp Railway GPS Tracking
Rilapp Railway GPS Tracking
Rilapp Railway GPS Tracking
by Himanshu Srivastava
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
20
GarageTracker
GarageTracker
GarageTracker
Gear & Maintenance Log
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)

FAQ about Railroad Tracker

What are the best railroad tracker apps for iPhone?
TrainTracker App tops our railroad tracker apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 14 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top railroad tracker apps we rank are free to download, including TrainTracker App and Open Railroad Guide.
TrainTracker App shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ railroad tracker apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
You can log detailed train sightings including locomotive number, railroad, train symbol, direction of travel, photos, and GPS location. You can also add YouTube video links to your sightings.
The interactive map displays color-coded pins for every railroad. You can tap any pin to view sighting details and photos, and filter sightings by time range and railroad.