Best Seattle Light Rail Apps

Seattle Rail Map Lite

by Urban-Map

Free

This app provides a clear and concise route map for the Seattle rail and subway system. It features a route planner, station index, and GPS support to help you navigate the city's transit. Enjoy high-resolution graphics and intuitive controls for a seamless travel experience.

Seattle Transit: Bus Tracker

Live train and bus times

Free

This app provides real-time transit information for the Seattle and Puget Sound area. Track buses, trains, and ferries live, plan trips with step-by-step directions, and receive alerts for delays and detours. It's designed to make commuting easier for Seattle residents.

WSDOT

by Washington State Department of Transportation

Free

Access real-time traffic conditions, ferry schedules, and mountain pass reports for Washington State. Stay informed about travel alerts, toll rates, and border wait times to plan your journeys efficiently.

Washington Rail Map Lite

by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr

Free

This app provides a clear and beautiful map of the Washington state rail and subway system. It includes a route planner, station index, and GPS support to help you find the fastest way to your destination. Optimized for all Apple devices.

Tracker for Brightline

Live train status & ETAs

Free

This app automatically detects your Brightline train when you open it, providing live updates on your journey. Track your progress, see station ETAs, and view your train's location on a map, all without needing to unlock your phone.

PDX Rail

Portland, Oregon rail transit.

Free

Get real-time vehicle locations and arrival predictions for Portland's MAX Light Rail and Streetcar. Navigate the city's rail transit system with up-to-the-minute information.

TrainLinq

by LinqThingz

Free

Avoid delays at railroad crossings with real-time updates from track-side sensors. Get live status, train arrival countdowns, and push notifications to reroute around blocked crossings. Monitor your area from your lock screen and ask questions by voice.

DC Metro Live: Track the Track

WMATA, VRE & MARC live times

Free

Get real-time train predictions for Washington DC's Metrorail, VRE, and MARC commuter rail. See live times, service alerts, station conditions, and track train locations on a map. No account or location tracking required.

Seattle Fire Calls - Cool Seattle Fire Dispatches

by Kevin Horvath

Free

This unofficial application provides real-time access to Seattle Fire Department 911 dispatches. It pulls data from the Washington API and is updated every five minutes.

OneBusAway

Real-time transit information

Free

Get real-time transit information for multiple regions, including Puget Sound. Plan your trips, receive departure alerts, and view live arrival times. Easily find nearby stops and save your favorite routes for quick access.

STA PassApp

Manage your Paratransit trips!

Free

Easily manage your paratransit trips with real-time tracking, advance scheduling, and ride history. Check your eligibility status and stay informed about your transportation needs.

Seattle's Infamous Red Line

by Seattle's Infamous Redline Guide LLC

Free

Explore Seattle's history of de jure segregation and its lasting impact on the racial wealth gap. This tour acknowledges the resilience of communities of color and encourages reflection on personal roles in creating positive change.

Metro Widgets: DC Metro Mate

DC Metro App + Widgets

Free

This app provides real-time DC Metro rail arrival predictions with a focus on speed and simplicity. It displays upcoming train times grouped by line color and offers home and lock screen widgets for quick access to departure information.

Ride285

Live rail and bus tracking

Free

This app consolidates live transit information for metro Atlanta, including buses, trains, and shuttles, onto a single interactive map. Plan your journeys with real arrival times, route maps, and service alerts. Customize your experience with widgets and shortcuts for quick access to your favorite transit options.