Best Santa Barbara Nextbus Apps

216+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating

20 free apps

Updated June 2026

Out of 216+ santa barbara nextbus 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 Santa Barbara Nextbus Apps (June 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Santa Barbara NextBus	Free	—	No	No	May 2026
2	TAP LA	Free	1.9★ (799)	No	No	Sep 2026
3	TransLoc	Free	2.5★ (1.6K)	No	No	Sep 2026
4	Santa Clarita Transit	Free	3.7★ (3)	No	No	May 2026
5	xtBus transit browser	Free	4.0★ (10)	Yes	Yes	May 2026
6	FlixBus: Book Bus Tickets	Free	4.8★ (92K)	No	No	Sep 2026
7	Viva Aerobus: Fly!	Free	4.8★ (23K)	No	No	Sep 2026
8	redBus: Book Bus/Train/Hotels	Free	4.7★ (7.2K)	No	No	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Santa Barbara Nextbus

#1

Santa Barbara NextBus by Tejas Patel

UCSB Bus Departure Boards!

Editor's Choice

🗺️ Navigation

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

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#2

TAP LA by Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Transit fare payment in LA

Strong Contender

1.9😞(799 ratings)

Free

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Pay for transit fares across Los Angeles with your mobile device. This app allows you to purchase passes, manage multiple cards, and use touchless payment on numerous bus and train systems. It also offers trip planning and access to multimodal programs.

What We Love

🚀 Easy to use
✨ Convenient digital tap card
💳 Ability to load funds
🗺️ Trip planning functionality

Room to Improve

🐛 App crashes and glitches
💰 Charges money without adding funds
⏱️ Slow load times and processing
🤷‍♀️ Confusing user experience
🚫 Doesn't work for tourists/visitors

#3

TransLoc by TransLoc Inc.

Track Transit & Schedule Rides

Worth Considering

2.5(1.6K ratings)

Free

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This app helps you navigate your commute, errands, and campus travel. It combines public transit routes, trip planning, and ride-sharing options with real-time arrival predictions. Get where you need to go efficiently and affordably.

More Santa Barbara Nextbus apps to explore

Santa Clarita Transit

Santa Clarita Transit

Santa Clarita Transit

by Connexionz Limited

Locate nearby bus stops and track buses in real-time. View schedules, get estimated arrival times, and save your preferred routes and stops for easy access.

Find nearest bus stopsView real-time bus ETAsTrack current bus locations

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xtBus transit browser

xtBus transit browser

xtBus transit browser

know your next bus arrival

This app helps you track bus arrivals and routes visually on a map. It allows you to bookmark your preferred transit agencies for easy access to real-time arrival estimates and bus locations.

Real-time bus location on mapAccurate arrival time estimatesBookmark local transit agencies

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free with in-app purchases

FlixBus: Book Bus Tickets

Bus travel at the lowest price

Book affordable bus and train tickets across Europe, Turkey, Brazil, and the USA. Your mobile ticket, trip information, and real-time tracking are all within the app. Receive important updates via push notifications for a seamless travel experience.

Book bus and train ticketsMobile ticket (no printing)Real-time trip tracking

free with in-app purchases

Viva Aerobus: Fly!

Viva Aerobus: Fly!

Viva Aerobus: Fly!

All you need to fly

Book flights at the best prices and manage your entire trip in one place. This app offers a fast and simple digital flying experience, allowing you to check in, access your digital boarding pass, and personalize your booking with ease.

Book flights at best pricesDigital boarding passFast check-in

redBus: Book Bus/Train/Hotels

redBus: Book Bus/Train/Hotels

redBus: Book Bus/Train/Hotels

Bus, Train, Ferry, & Shuttle

Book bus, train, ferry, and shuttle tickets online with a trusted platform. Find the best routes, compare operators, and enjoy features like live tracking and free cancellation. Save money with exclusive discounts and offers.

Book bus tickets in multiple countriesBook train tickets via IRCTCBook ferry tickets and activity packages

free with in-app purchases

Homes, experiences, services

Discover and book unique accommodations, local experiences, and professional services worldwide. Find the perfect stay for any trip, explore authentic activities hosted by locals, and enhance your visit with convenient on-demand services.

8+ million vacation rentalsThousands of local experiencesOn-demand professional services

free with in-app purchases

MakeMyTrip Flight, Hotel, Bus

MakeMyTrip Flight, Hotel, Bus

MakeMyTrip Flight, Hotel, Bus

Flight, Hotel, Bus & Train App

This app simplifies travel planning by offering bookings for flights, hotels, trains, and buses. Users can compare prices, find deals, manage reservations, and access travel information all in one place. It aims to make every journey smoother and more enjoyable.

Flight price comparisonHotel booking with reviewsIRCTC train ticket booking

free with in-app purchases

CheapTickets Hotels & Flights

CheapTickets Hotels & Flights

CheapTickets Hotels & Flights

Vacation Deals and Activities

Easily search and book flights, hotels, rental cars, and activities with flexible cancellation options. Earn loyalty rewards on select bookings and receive helpful travel alerts for upcoming trips.

Search and book flights, hotels, cars, activitiesFree cancellation on most hotelsEarn CheapCash loyalty rewards

free with in-app purchases

Expedia: Hotels, Flights, Cars

Expedia: Hotels, Flights, Cars

Expedia: Hotels, Flights, Cars

Trip planner & travel deals

Plan, book, and manage all aspects of your trip, including flights, hotels, and car rentals. Discover travel deals, earn rewards, and collaborate with others on trip planning. Get instant discounts and price drop protection on eligible bookings.

Book flights, hotels, car rentals, and activitiesEarn and redeem travel rewardsInstant member discounts

free with in-app purchases

LATAM: Flights, Hotels, Cars

LATAM: Flights, Hotels, Cars

LATAM: Flights, Hotels, Cars

Book flights, hotels and more

Plan your next trip with ease. This app offers a streamlined experience for booking flights, hotels, and managing your travel details. Stay informed with a new notification center and enjoy faster refunds with the LATAM Wallet.

Smart Home trip informationCustomizable Notification CenterLATAM Wallet for refunds

BlaBlaCar: Carpooling and Bus

BlaBlaCar: Carpooling and Bus

BlaBlaCar: Carpooling and Bus

Smart travel by carpool & bus

Find and book affordable carpool and bus rides for travel across Europe. Compare options, share empty seats to cut costs, and travel directly to your destination with trusted members.

Compare carpool and bus ridesBook rides to thousands of destinationsShare empty car seats to reduce costs

free with in-app purchases

Plan your trips and purchase transit fares instantly on your phone. Avoid paper tickets and cash by buying and using fares directly through the app with various payment options. Store multiple tickets for future use and manage your account securely.

Trip planningMobile ticketingInstant fare purchase

Wizz Air - Book Flights

Wizz Air - Book Flights

Wizz Air - Book Flights

Search, buy & manage holidays

Easily search for and book low-cost flights to over 200 destinations across Europe and the Middle East. Manage your entire holiday, from flight details and check-in to hotel bookings and airport transfers, all within one convenient app.

Low-cost flight searchPush notifications for dealsDigital boarding pass

free with in-app purchases

JustFly: Cheap Flights

JustFly: Cheap Flights

JustFly: Cheap Flights

Flights, Hotels & Car Rentals

Book cheap flights, hotels, and car rentals for your next vacation. Find daily deals on major airlines and over 900,000 accommodations worldwide. Manage all your travel plans and reservations in one place with 24/7 customer support.

Cheap flight dealsExtensive accommodation optionsCar rental bookings

free with in-app purchases

BART (Official)

BART (Official)

BART (Official)

by San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District

Plan your Bay Area transit journeys with real-time train departures and official service alerts. This app offers end-to-end trip planning, step-by-step navigation, and customized notifications for a hassle-free commute.

Real-time train departuresEnd-to-end trip plannerStep-by-step navigation

Transit Watch for MUNI

Transit Watch for MUNI

Transit Watch for MUNI

Live GPS-based arrival times

Track San Francisco MUNI buses in real-time with live GPS locations and predicted arrival times. Easily find nearby stops and pin your favorite ones for quick access.

Real-time bus GPS trackingPredicted arrival timesFind nearby stops

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Busbud: Bus & Train Tickets

Busbud: Bus & Train Tickets

Busbud: Bus & Train Tickets

Find routes & book travel fast

Find and book bus, train, carpool, and ferry tickets effortlessly. Compare routes, sort by price or speed, and manage all your travel details in one place. Enjoy a smooth journey with e-ticket scanning and real-time updates.

Effortless e-ticket scanningSort trips by earliest, latest, cheapest, or fastestSave travel preferences and payment info

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Santa Barbara Nextbus

Are there free santa barbara nextbus apps for iPhone?

Yes — 20 of the top santa barbara nextbus apps we rank are free to download, including Santa Barbara NextBus and TAP LA.

Does Santa Barbara NextBus have ads or in-app purchases?

Santa Barbara NextBus has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.

How many santa barbara nextbus apps are on the App Store?

We track 216+ santa barbara nextbus apps on the iOS App Store as of June 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.