Best The Bus Apps & Games

247+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating

20 free apps & games

Updated August 2026

HEA is the household name in the bus, but it's far from the only option. We track 247+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top The Bus Apps & Games (August 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	HEA-TheBus	Free	3.0★ (17)	No	No	Aug 2026
2	Here Comes the Bus	Free	4.5★ (74K)	No	No	Sep 2026
3	Merced - The Bus	Free	2.2★ (6)	No	No	Aug 2026
4	Transit • Subway & Bus Times	Free	4.6★ (982K)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
5	WheresTheBus	Free	4.7★ (15K)	No	No	Sep 2026
6	SpaceXNow - A SpaceX fan app	Free	4.5★ (374)	No	No	Aug 2026
7	Bus Simulator : Ultimate	Free	4.5★ (209K)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026
8	Bus Simulator : EVO	Free	4.6★ (23K)	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026

Top Picks for The Bus

#1

HEA-TheBus by Oahu Transit Services, Inc

Editor's Choice

✈️ Travel

3.0(17 ratings)

Free

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Get real-time bus arrival information and find bus stops with this official transit app. Save your favorite stops and plan your island bus journeys.

#2

Here Comes the Bus by Synovia Solutions LLC

Strong Contender

📚 Education

4.5😞(74K ratings)

Free

#56in Education

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Track your child's school bus in real-time and receive notifications about its location and their boarding/deboarding. This app ensures your child arrives at the bus stop on time and provides peace of mind regarding their safety and transportation.

What We Love

🚀 Helpful for tracking bus location
👍 Provides peace of mind for parents
💡 Useful concept for school transportation

Room to Improve

🐛 Unreliable and buggy
🚫 Inaccurate bus location data
⚠️ Unresponsive customer support
🕰️ Delayed or missing notifications

#3

Merced - The Bus by Syncromatics

Worth Considering

✈️ Travel

2.2(6 ratings)

Free

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This app provides real-time arrival information for public transit in Merced County. Track your bus live on a map, plan your trips, and get estimated arrival times. You can also bookmark favorite stops and receive important updates.

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Transit • Subway & Bus Times

Transit • Subway & Bus Times

Transit • Subway & Bus Times

Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro

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.

Real-time departure timesLive vehicle trackingFastest route planning

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

WheresTheBus Rider App

This app offers real-time bus tracking for families, providing updates on the bus's location, student boarding and disembarking notifications, and estimated arrival times. It aims to enhance safety and provide peace of mind for parents.

Real-time bus location trackingStudent scan-on/off notificationsEstimated arrival times

SpaceXNow - A SpaceX fan app

SpaceXNow - A SpaceX fan app

SpaceXNow - A SpaceX fan app

by Andrew Munsell

Stay updated on all things SpaceX with this fan-made app. Track upcoming and past missions, view official patches, and get detailed information on rockets and capsules. Receive push notifications and access launch webcasts.

Upcoming & past missions trackingOfficial SpaceX patch viewerDetailed vehicle information (Falcon, Dragon, Starship)

Bus Simulator : Ultimate

Bus Simulator : Ultimate

Bus Simulator : Ultimate

The best bus simulation game.

Experience realistic bus simulation with detailed city maps and officially licensed buses. Grow your own bus company by managing operations, hiring employees, and delivering passengers across diverse locations worldwide. Enjoy dynamic weather and traffic systems for an immersive driving experience.

Realistic graphics and city modelingOfficially licensed busesIntercity passenger transport

free with in-app purchases

Bus Simulator : EVO

Bus Simulator : EVO

Bus Simulator : EVO

Ultimate City Driving Game

Experience realistic city driving as a bus driver. Choose from various bus types, customize them, and complete routes in diverse global locations. Enjoy career, free-ride, and multiplayer modes with detailed interiors and advanced physics.

Realistic global mapsVariety of bus typesBus customization

free with in-app purchases

kikie- Everything under 10KM

kikie- Everything under 10KM

kikie- Everything under 10KM

Get It Fast All Within 10KM

Discover and order items from local stores within a 10KM radius. Get groceries, fashion, electronics, and daily essentials delivered quickly, often in under an hour. Enjoy secure payments and live order tracking for a convenient hyperlocal shopping experience.

Shop from nearby storesDelivery in under 60 minutesWide selection of products

🛍️ Shopping

Bus Simulator PRO 2026

Bus Simulator PRO 2026

Bus Simulator PRO 2026

Next-Gen Bus Powered by Unreal

Experience next-gen city driving with realistic visuals and gameplay. Manage your bus fleet, navigate dynamic urban environments, and compete in skill-based multiplayer challenges. This simulation offers a deep career progression and extensive customization options.

High-fidelity Unreal Engine graphicsRealistic city driving simulationDynamic weather and time of day

free with in-app purchases

Know when your bus will arrive

Track your school bus in real-time with live GPS and precise ETAs. This app offers instant setup without requiring school district enrollment or access codes, providing peace of mind for parents and convenience for students and drivers.

Live GPS bus trackingReal-time ETA alertsInstant setup, no enrollment

Trip Planner For Mauritius

Navigate public transport in Mauritius and Senegal with this comprehensive transit app. It combines bus and metro routes, offering over 250 lines and 25,000+ locations for efficient journey planning. Get clear, reliable transit solutions to travel hassle-free.

Bus and metro route planningExtensive location databaseEfficient journey suggestions

🗺️ Navigation

IU Bloomington Realtime Info

🗺️ Navigation

Find your way without guessing

Get accurate bus arrival times and directions for your campus commute. Receive notifications for when your bus is arriving or when to get off, and navigate real-time route adjustments. Supports numerous universities across the US.

Accurate bus ETAsCampus navigationReal-time route updates

🗺️ Navigation

Zonar Bus Suite Parent

Zonar Bus Suite Parent

Zonar Bus Suite Parent

Track your child's school bus in real-time from pick-up to drop-off. Receive notifications, view route information, and manage multiple children for enhanced peace of mind.

Live bus tracking on aerial mapManage multiple childrenReal-time boarding/exiting notifications

📊 Productivity

Honolulu TheBus arrival times

Find TheBus stops on Oahu with real-time arrival information. Use location services or map navigation to locate stops, view routes, and save your favorites. Get bus information directly from Oahu Transit Services.

Location-based stop identificationReal-time bus arrival informationMap navigation for stop discovery

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

Escape from the bus

Escape from the bus

Escape from the bus

To escape from the bus!

Trapped on a runaway bus with a ticking time bomb, players must escape before it explodes. Explore the bus, find clues, and use collected items to solve puzzles and find your way out.

Escape a runaway busTime bomb countdownExplore and find items

Experience the thrill of driving a bus, picking up passengers, and navigating them to their destinations. Strategize to manage your fuel and complete levels with perfect scores.

Drive a bus and transport passengersManage fuel and reach destinationsEarn 3 stars on over 100 levels

Patel Tours & Travels

Patel Tours & Travels

Patel Tours & Travels

by Meghjibhai Khetani

This travel app provides real-time bus tracking, attentive customer support, and a comfortable journey with modern amenities. Enjoy regular offers and a focus on passenger safety.

Live bus trackingCustomer supportComfortable seating

UAlbany Bus Schedules and Map

UAlbany Bus Schedules and Map

UAlbany Bus Schedules and Map

by Electronic Technologies Inc

Access real-time bus schedules and a comprehensive map of all stops on the UAlbany campus. Easily locate the nearest bus stop and plan your journeys efficiently.

Up-to-date bus schedulesNearest bus stop finderList of all route stops

FAQ about The Bus

What are the best the bus apps & games for iPhone?

HEA-TheBus tops our the bus apps & games ranking as of August 2026, with a 3.0-star average from 17 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free the bus apps & games for iPhone?

Yes — 20 of the top the bus apps & games we rank are free to download, including HEA-TheBus and Here Comes the Bus.

Does HEA-TheBus have ads or in-app purchases?

HEA-TheBus has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.

How many the bus apps & games are on the App Store?

We track 247+ the bus apps & games on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What is the user rating for TheBus?

TheBus has a rating of 3.0 stars based on 17 user ratings.

How often is TheBus updated?

TheBus was last updated on July 4, 2023, with version 1.0.3.

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