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Best Transit Time Apps

150+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

Whether you're new to transit time or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 150+ 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 (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MTA TrainTimeMTA TrainTimeFree4.9★ (211K)NoNoAug 2026
2Transit • Subway & Bus TimesTransit • Subway & Bus TimesFree4.6★ (965K)NoYesAug 2026
3Citymapper: All Live TransitCitymapper: All Live TransitFree4.9★ (106K)YesYesAug 2026
4Subway Time NYCSubway Time NYCFree4.8★ (14K)NoYesAug 2026
5NYC Transit: MTA Subway & BusNYC Transit: MTA Subway & BusFree4.6★ (38K)YesYesAug 2026
6The Official MTA AppThe Official MTA AppFree4.4★ (13K)NoNoAug 2026
7Denver Transit: RTD Bus TImesDenver Transit: RTD Bus TImesFree4.5★ (5.8K)YesYesAug 2026
8Moovit: Bus & Transit TrackerMoovit: Bus & Transit TrackerFree4.6★ (59K)YesYesAug 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

Room to Improve

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

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

Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😐(965K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#4in 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

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent bus/train arrival times
  • 🐛 Unreliable GPS tracking and location data
  • 🔒 Concerns about paid subscription model
Citymapper: All Live Transit#3

Citymapper: All Live Transit by Citymapper Limited

Live Bus, Subway, Train Times
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.9😊(106K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#18in Navigation
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Plan and navigate your journeys using real-time public transit, ride-sharing, and micro-mobility options. Get turn-by-turn directions, live updates, and compare travel times and costs across various modes of transport.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent navigation
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 🚇 Comprehensive public transport information
  • 🗺️ Accurate route planning

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate schedule information
  • 🔧 Unreliable live updates
  • 🚧 Limited coverage in some cities

More Transit Time apps to explore

4
Subway Time NYC
Subway Time NYC
Subway Time NYC
Subway & bus arrivals
Free

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.

Real-time arrival timesHome & Lock Screen widgetsFavorites list
🗺️ Navigation
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
5
NYC Transit: MTA Subway & Bus
NYC Transit: MTA Subway & Bus
NYC Transit: MTA Subway & Bus
Live Times, LIRR, Metro-North
Free

Navigate New York City like a local with real-time updates for subways, buses, and trains. Plan trips, get arrival alerts, and track your journey with detailed maps and customizable widgets.

Real-time MTA subway, bus, and train trackingArrival and stop alertsTrip planner with step-by-step directions
🗺️ Navigation
(38K)
free with in-app purchases
6
The Official MTA App
The Official MTA App
The Official MTA App
MTA transit and map info
Free

Access real-time transit information for subways and buses directly from the source. Get live arrival times, service status updates, system maps, and connect with customer service via chat. Save your favorite routes for quick access to essential transit details.

Real-time arrival boardService status updatesSystem maps
✈️ Travel
(13K)
free
7
Denver Transit: RTD Bus TImes
Denver Transit: RTD Bus TImes
Denver Transit: RTD Bus TImes
Next Ride, Trip Planner, Alert
Free

Get real-time RTD bus, light rail, and commuter train updates for the Denver metro area. Plan trips, set alerts for stops, and track your journey with step-by-step directions. Never miss your stop with helpful notifications.

Live RTD bus, light rail, and train trackingStop and schedule alertsTrip planner with step-by-step directions
🗺️ Navigation
(5.8K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Moovit: Bus & Transit Tracker
Moovit: Bus & Transit Tracker
Moovit: Bus & Transit Tracker
Metro Stop Finder, Train Times
Free

Navigate urban transit with real-time arrivals, live directions, and instant alerts for buses, trains, and more. Plan your trips with confidence, pay fares digitally, and discover bike-friendly routes. Access offline maps and community insights for seamless city travel.

Real-time arrival informationStep-by-step live navigationDigital ticket payments
🗺️ Navigation
(59K)
free with in-app purchases
9
NJ TRANSIT
NJ TRANSIT
NJ TRANSIT
NJ TRANSIT's Official App
Free

Plan your trips across New Jersey, New York, and Philadelphia with real-time transit information. Purchase and display mobile tickets and passes securely. Receive instant alerts for rail, bus, and light rail services.

Mobile ticketing and passesReal-time arrival/departure infoTrip planning for rail, bus, light rail
✈️ Travel
(269K)
free
10
Momego: Bus & Transit Tracker
Momego: Bus & Transit Tracker
Momego: Bus & Transit Tracker
Live Subway, Train, Rail Times
Free

This app provides real-time tracking for buses, trains, and subways, helping commuters navigate their daily journeys efficiently. It offers smart trip planning, stop alerts, and offline maps for over 150 cities, making transit stress-free.

Live bus, train, and subway trackingStop and schedule alertsSmart trip planning
🗺️ Navigation
(5.3K)
free with in-app purchases
11
OneBusAway
OneBusAway
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.

Real-time arrival informationTrip planningDeparture alerts
🗺️ Navigation
(124)
free
12
Ventra
Ventra
Ventra
by Chicago Transit Authority
Free

Manage your public transit fares and tickets for Chicago's CTA, Metra, and Pace services. Load value, buy Metra mobile tickets, and access real-time arrival information all in one place. Add your Ventra Card to your iPhone for seamless travel.

Manage Ventra Card balance and passesLoad value and passes to Ventra CardBuy Metra mobile tickets
✈️ Travel
(3.3K)
free
13
Transit Watch for MUNI
Transit Watch for MUNI
Transit Watch for MUNI
by Barum Rho
Free

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
🗺️ Navigation
(5.7K)
free
14
CityTransit: Bus & Train Times
CityTransit: Bus & Train Times
CityTransit: Bus & Train Times
NYC, MBTA, WMATA and more!
Free

Navigate cities worldwide with real-time transit information. Track buses and trains live on a map, plan trips, and get instant departure times. Stay updated with service alerts and access schedules for seamless urban commuting.

Real-time bus and train trackingEffortless trip planningNext departure information
🗺️ Navigation
(279)
free with in-app purchases
15
Pittsburgh PRT Transit
Pittsburgh PRT Transit
Pittsburgh PRT Transit
Live Train & Bus Times
Free

Get real-time transit information for Pittsburgh's buses and light rail. Track vehicles live, plan trips with step-by-step directions, and receive alerts for your stops and service changes. This app helps commuters navigate Allegheny County efficiently.

Live PRT bus and light rail trackingStop and schedule alertsTrip planner with directions
🗺️ Navigation
(472)
free with in-app purchases
16
Austin Transit: CapMetro Times
Austin Transit: CapMetro Times
Austin Transit: CapMetro Times
Live ATX Bus & Rail Tracker
Free

This app provides real-time CapMetro bus and train tracking for Austin, Texas. Plan your trips with step-by-step directions, receive alerts for your stop, and view live route maps. It offers offline access to maps and schedules for convenient travel.

Live CapMetro bus & train trackingStop & schedule alertsTrip planner with directions
🗺️ Navigation
(475)
free with in-app purchases
17
Schedules - AC Transit
Schedules - AC Transit
Schedules - AC Transit
AC Transit Time Tables
Free

Easily access current AC Transit bus schedules and real-time arrival information on your iPhone and iPad. Select a bus line and direction to view detailed schedules or live updates. Save your favorite routes for quick access and sync them across all your devices via iCloud.

Bus schedule lookupReal-time arrival informationLine and direction selection
🗺️ Navigation
(172)
free
18
Portland TriMet Transit
Portland TriMet Transit
Portland TriMet Transit
Live MAX & Bus Times
Free

Get live arrival times and service alerts for TriMet buses, MAX Light Rail, and Portland Streetcar. Plan your trips with step-by-step directions and never miss your stop with customizable alerts.

Live bus, MAX, and streetcar trackingStop and schedule alertsTrip planner with directions
🗺️ Navigation
(521)
free with in-app purchases
19
Roadify Transit: subway, bus, train, bike share
Roadify Transit: subway, bus, train, bike share
Roadify Transit: subway, bus, train, bike share
by Roadify
Free

Get real-time transit information for subways, buses, trains, ferries, and bike shares in over 60 cities. Quickly see arrival times, schedules, and service alerts. Provides directions and updates from other riders for a seamless commute.

Real-time arrival countdownsSchedules for all transit optionsStep-by-step directions on maps
🗺️ Navigation
(33)
free
20
Transit Watch for LA Metro
Transit Watch for LA Metro
Transit Watch for LA Metro
Live GPS-based arrival times
Free

Get real-time bus locations and predicted arrival times for LA Metro routes. Easily find nearby stops, pin your favorites, and navigate the transit system with live GPS data.

Real-time bus GPS locationPredicted arrival timesFind nearby stops
🗺️ Navigation
(994)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Transit Time

What are the best transit time apps for iPhone?
MTA TrainTime tops our transit time apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 211K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 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 July 2026.
We track 150+ transit time apps on the iOS App Store as of July 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.