Best Ventra Chicago Apps

Transit • Subway & Bus Times

Track NYC MTA, CTA, LA Metro

Free

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.

onTime Metra, CTA

Live train schedules and more.

Free

This app provides live train schedules and real-time updates for commuters. Easily find your next train, track its progress, and receive service notifications. Go paperless and stay on time with convenient access to all necessary schedule information.

Lyft

One app. All the rides.

Free

Easily get to your destination with various transportation options. Enter your destination, see upfront costs, and choose from multiple ride types like bikes, scooters, or even rentals. Affordable options and public transit routes are also available.

Chicago Subway CTA L Train

Smart Transit & Offline Map

Free

This app provides real-time transit information for Chicago's 'L' trains and buses. It features a smart route planner, offline maps, and nearby station navigation to help you travel efficiently. Get essential details like train times, fares, and station facilities.

Metra Times

Live Metra train tracking

Free

This app provides live departure times for all Metra train lines in the Chicago region. Users can favorite routes for quick access, track trains with live updates on their lock screen, and receive notifications before their stop.

Live CTA

Real-time train departures

Free

This app provides real-time train departure information for CTA stations. It automatically finds your nearest station or allows you to select one, displaying estimated arrival times, destinations, and route colors. Get up-to-the-minute transit updates to plan your journey.

Chicago Rail Map Lite

by Ansgar Vollmer Und Till Knorr

Free

This app provides a clear and concise route map for the Chicago rail and subway system. It features a route planner, station index, and GPS support to find nearby stations. Enjoy high-resolution graphics and intuitive rotation and zoom controls.

Chicago CTA Metro Map

L Train Map and Planner

Free

Navigate Chicago's CTA transit system with ease. This app offers interactive maps, real-time train departures, and offline journey planning to help you get around the city efficiently. Save your favorite routes and enjoy a step-by-step guide for stress-free travel.

Transit Chi

A fully automated CTA tracker.

Free

This app automatically tracks your public transit rides in Chicago. View nearby vehicles, monitor your journeys in real-time, and access a history of your past trips.

Metra Rider - Train Schedules

Chicago Train Schedules

Free

Access real-time train schedules for Metra lines. Save your favorite trips and set a default route for quick access. The app intelligently adjusts schedule views based on your current location.

EL Tracker

For CTA Riders

Free

This free Chicago transit app provides real-time departure information with customizable widgets and smart delay calculations. It offers tailored alerts, Siri integration, and accessibility features for low-vision users and multiple languages.

TrackIt Metra Chicago

Track the Chicago Metra trains

Free

This app provides live tracking for Chicago Metra trains, offering real-time arrival and departure times. Users receive instant alerts for service disruptions and can customize their experience by favoriting lines and stations for quick access.

Citymapper: All Live Transit

Live Bus, Subway, Train Times

Free

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.

Chuck's

by Charles Pine

Free

Explore a diverse menu featuring Mexican, Cajun-Creole, and Southern comfort food, including slow-cooked smoked BBQ. View daily and monthly specials, plan your meals, and make reservations for any occasion.

Archer Liquors IL

by Archer Liquors

Free

This app provides information about a liquor store's location and contact details. It serves as a digital storefront for a specific retail establishment.

SUV Chicago Limo

by SUV Chicago Limo

Free

Book and pay for ground transportation with ease. Track your driver in real-time, manage reservations, and customize your ride preferences. Get instant notifications about your driver's status.