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Best Rhode Island Transit Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

If you already know RIPTA Wave, this is the deeper bench. 250+ rhode island transit apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of August 2026.

Compare top Rhode Island Transit Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1RIPTA WaveRIPTA WaveFree1.5★ (217)NoNoJul 2026
2RIPTA Flex On DemandRIPTA Flex On DemandFree4.5★ (35)NoNoSep 2026
3Transit • Subway & Bus TimesTransit • Subway & Bus TimesFree4.6★ (980K)NoYesSep 2026
4NJ TRANSITNJ TRANSITFree4.8★ (269K)NoNoSep 2026
5DART Pass DelawareDART Pass DelawareFree4.8★ (4.6K)NoNoSep 2026
6MTA TrainTimeMTA TrainTimeFree4.9★ (211K)NoNoSep 2026
7Boston Children's ShuttleBoston Children's ShuttleFree—NoNoMay 2026
8Token TransitToken TransitFree3.3★ (424)NoNoSep 2026

Top Picks for Rhode Island Transit

RIPTA Wave#1

RIPTA Wave by Bytemark, Inc.

Official RIPTA Wave App
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
1.5😞(217 ratings)
Free
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Purchase and manage public transit fares directly from your smartphone. Load money onto your account and use your phone as your ticket to ride, with options for one-way, day, and monthly passes. Your fare balance is always accessible and transferable.

What We Love

  • ✅ Convenient contactless payment option
  • 🎯 Ride-to-earn feature allows flexible payment
  • 📱 No need to carry physical cards
  • 🎨 Aesthetically pleasing interface design

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes and freezing
  • 💸 Minimum $5-$6 charge requirement (fare is only $2)
  • 🔐 Constant login and authentication issues
RIPTA Flex On Demand#2

RIPTA Flex On Demand by Spare Labs Inc.

in Rhode Island
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.5(35 ratings)
Free
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Book, pay for, and track on-demand rideshare services within specific areas of South County, Rhode Island. This public transit option allows travel within the zone or transfers to RIPTA buses, offering an accessible and easy-to-use experience.

Transit • Subway & Bus Times#3

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

Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😐(980K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#4in Navigation
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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.

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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent bus/train arrival times
  • 🐛 Unreliable GPS tracking and location data
  • 🔒 Concerns about paid subscription model

More Rhode Island Transit apps to explore

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NJ TRANSIT
NJ TRANSIT
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.

Mobile ticketing and passesReal-time arrival/departure infoTrip planning for rail, bus, light rail
✈️ Travel
(269K)
free
5
DART Pass Delaware
DART Pass Delaware
DART Pass Delaware
by Bytemark, Inc.
Free

This app allows users to purchase and pay for DART bus fares directly from their mobile devices. It offers various ticket options, including single rides, daily, weekly, and monthly passes, with zone-specific pricing.

Mobile fare paymentPurchase single ride ticketsBuy daily, weekly, and monthly passes
✈️ Travel
(4.6K)
free
6
MTA TrainTime
MTA TrainTime
MTA TrainTime
Railroad tickets and trips
Free

This app allows railroad customers to buy and use tickets, plan journeys, and track trains in real-time. It offers features like split payments, multi-station trip planning, and real-time GPS tracking for a seamless travel experience.

Buy and use railroad ticketsPlan trips with departure timesReal-time GPS train tracking
🗺️ Navigation
(211K)
free
7
Boston Children's Shuttle
Boston Children's Shuttle
Boston Children's Shuttle
by Bishop Peak Technology, Inc
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
8
Token Transit
Token Transit
Token Transit
Public Transit Passes
Free

Purchase and activate digital transit passes directly from your phone. Your mobile device becomes your ticket, allowing you to easily board public transportation. Supports over 200 cities across North America.

Purchase transit faresActivate digital ticketsStore tickets on phone
✈️ Travel
(424)
free
9
Drive Less RI
Drive Less RI
Drive Less RI
by Agile Mile, Inc.
Free

Discover carpools, transit, and alternative travel methods within Rhode Island. Log your journeys to track savings, monitor environmental impact, and earn rewards. Getting started is free and simple.

Find carpoolsDiscover transit optionsLog trips
✈️ Travel
(4)
free
10
Shore Transit: Bus Tracker
Shore Transit: Bus Tracker
Shore Transit: Bus Tracker
See live stop times and routes
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
11
Island Transit Go!
Island Transit Go!
Island Transit Go!
by Ecolane USA, Inc.
Free

This app provides on-demand transportation services within a designated service area. Users can book rides for general transit, paratransit, or specific military base access, with options for same-day or advance reservations. It offers flexible trip management and convenient details for a simple user experience.

On-demand ride requestsFlexible trip booking (same-day, advance, recurring)Designated stop locations
🔧 Utilities
(7)
free
12
USDA Shuttle
USDA Shuttle
USDA Shuttle
by Bishop Peak Technology, Inc
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
13
Valley Metro
Valley Metro
Valley Metro
Transit fares & trip planning
Free

Plan your transit journeys in metro Phoenix with real-time bus and light rail tracking. Easily manage fares, earn savings with Smart Fare, and receive service alerts for a seamless travel experience.

Smart Fare payment and savingsStep-by-step trip planningReal-time bus and light rail location
✈️ Travel
(10K)
free
14
Martha’s Vineyard Bus Tracker
Martha’s Vineyard Bus Tracker
Martha’s Vineyard Bus Tracker
Real-Time Routes & Schedules
Free

Navigate Martha's Vineyard with real-time bus tracking, arrival times, and route planning. Find nearby stops, save favorites, and receive optional alerts for delays. Designed for commuters and visitors alike.

Live bus tracking on mapReal-time stop and arrival timesFull route details and maps
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
free
15
ProximiT: MBTA Boston Transit
ProximiT: MBTA Boston Transit
ProximiT: MBTA Boston Transit
Subway, Bus, and Commuter Rail
Free

This app provides real-time transit information for Boston's subway, bus, and commuter rail systems. Get instant arrival predictions, locate nearby stations, and receive service alerts to optimize your commute.

Real-time arrival timesSecond-by-second predictionsNearby station locator
🗺️ Navigation
(24K)
free with in-app purchases
16
SRTA Bustracker
SRTA Bustracker
SRTA Bustracker
SRTA Real-Time Bus Tracker
Free

Access real-time bus tracking and schedule information for the Southeastern Regional Transit Authority Fixed Route Bus System. This app covers public transportation services across multiple towns in the region.

Real-time bus trackingSchedule informationPublic transit information
🗺️ Navigation
(73)
free
17
Oakville Transit
Oakville Transit
Oakville Transit
by Town of Oakville
Free

Track your bus in real-time with GPS to know its exact arrival time. Plan your journeys with route and stop information, and receive alerts for service updates. Never miss your bus again with this convenient transit companion.

Real-time bus trackingPredicted arrival timesRoute and stop display
✈️ Travel
(0)
free
18
Guam Transit
Guam Transit
Guam Transit
by Rajesh Sharma16768819624
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
19
Apple Country Public Transit
Apple Country Public Transit
Apple Country Public Transit
by Connexionz Limited
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
20
Kings Area Regional Transit
Kings Area Regional Transit
Kings Area Regional Transit
by Connexionz Limited
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)

FAQ about Rhode Island Transit

What are the best rhode island transit apps for iPhone?
RIPTA Wave tops our rhode island transit apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 1.5-star average from 217 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top rhode island transit apps we rank are free to download, including RIPTA Wave and RIPTA Flex On Demand.
RIPTA Wave has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ rhode island transit apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The RIPTA Wave app allows you to securely purchase and manage your public transit fares for RIPTA services. You can load money onto your Wave account and use your smartphone as your ticket to ride, eliminating the need for physical passes.
To purchase fares, you will enter your payment card information into the app to load money onto your Wave account. Once loaded, your smartphone acts as your ticket, and you can scan it under the validator when boarding the bus.