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Best Train Time Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 250+ train time 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 Train Time Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MTA TrainTimeMTA TrainTimeFree4.9★ (211K)NoNoSep 2026
2Transit • Subway & Bus TimesTransit • Subway & Bus TimesFree4.6★ (982K)NoYesSep 2026
3Where is my Train - Live TrainWhere is my Train - Live TrainFree4.3★ (4.1K)NoNoSep 2026
4The Official MTA AppThe Official MTA AppFree4.4★ (13K)NoNoSep 2026
5AmtrakAmtrakFree4.7★ (216K)NoNoSep 2026
6ixigo Train, Bus, Metro Ticketixigo Train, Bus, Metro TicketFree4.7★ (11K)YesNoSep 2026
7Subway Time NYCSubway Time NYCFree4.8★ (14K)NoYesSep 2026
8Where is My Train: Live StatusWhere is My Train: Live StatusFree4.4★ (385)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Train Time

MTA TrainTime#1

MTA TrainTime by Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Railroad tickets and trips
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.9😊(211K ratings)
Free
#12in Navigation
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Efficient and easy to use
  • 👍 Consolidated app with all features
  • 🚅 Accurate real-time train tracking
  • 💳 Seamless ticket purchasing
  • 📆 Helpful calendar integration

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
  • 🕰️ Inconsistent train arrival/departure times
  • 🔍 Difficult to find older tickets
  • 🔀 Confusing ticket type selection
Transit • Subway & Bus Times#2

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

Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😐(982K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#6in 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
  • 🚀 Comprehensive coverage of transit options
  • 👍 Convenient for travelers in unfamiliar cities
  • 🚀 Crowd-sourced data for better accuracy

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent bus/train arrival times
  • 🐛 Unreliable GPS tracking and location data
  • 🔒 Concerns about paid subscription model
  • 🐛 Bugs and glitches after recent updates
  • 🐛 Inability to view full schedule or make route changes
Where is my Train - Live Train#3

Where is my Train - Live Train by Snehal Sangani

Live Train Running Status
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.3😞(4.1K ratings)
Free
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Track live train running status, PNR status, and train schedules for Indian Railways. Get minute-to-minute updates on delays and platform information. Also find nearby places like hotels and restaurants.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Live train location
  • 💡 Good app for train information

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Doesn't work properly on iOS
  • 🔋 Always shows ads
  • 🐛 Fake app, not working properly
  • 🐛 Not showing live train status

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FAQ about Train Time

What are the best train time apps for iPhone?
MTA TrainTime tops our train time apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 211K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top train time apps we rank are free to download, including MTA TrainTime and Transit • Subway & Bus Times.
MTA TrainTime has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ train time apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The MTA TrainTime app allows you to buy and use tickets for the Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad. You can also plan your trips, track your trains in real-time with GPS, see train car layouts and crowding information, and share your trip details with others.
You can purchase tickets directly within the app using Apple Pay or a credit/debit card. The app also supports splitting payments between two cards for your convenience.

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