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Best Transit Time Apps

229+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated September 2026

Whether you're new to transit time or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 229+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Transit Time Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MTA TrainTimeMTA TrainTimeFree4.9★ (211K)NoNoSep 2026
2Transit • Subway & Bus TimesTransit • Subway & Bus TimesFree4.6★ (982K)NoYesSep 2026
3Subway Time NYCSubway Time NYCFree4.8★ (14K)NoYesSep 2026
4The Official MTA AppThe Official MTA AppFree4.4★ (13K)NoNoSep 2026
5OnTime Transit AppOnTime Transit AppFree2.5★ (23)YesYesSep 2026
6Transit Tracker in Real TimeTransit Tracker in Real TimeFree—NoNoMay 2026
7Great Red Spot Transit TimesGreat Red Spot Transit Times$0.99—NoNoJul 2026
8Citymapper: All Live TransitCitymapper: All Live TransitFree4.9★ (108K)YesYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Transit Time

MTA TrainTime#1

MTA TrainTime by Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Railroad tickets and trips
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.9😊(211K ratings)
Free
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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
#5in 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
Subway Time NYC#3

Subway Time NYC by Rohan Mehta

Subway & bus arrivals
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.8😊(14K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Get real-time subway and bus arrival information directly from the MTA feed. Features include home and lock screen widgets, service alerts, live tracking, and offline maps. Supports Apple Watch for convenient access.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Focused and intuitive
  • 🚀 Accurate train times
  • 👍 Convenient features like favorites and subway map
  • 🚀 Helpful widgets for home screen

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Widget not showing live feed
  • 🐛 Inaccurate train times in some cases

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FAQ about Transit Time

What are the best transit time apps for iPhone?
MTA TrainTime tops our transit time apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 211K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top transit 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 September 2026.
We track 229+ transit time apps on the iOS App Store as of September 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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