Best Ventra Chicago Metra Apps

Transit Stop: CTA Tracker.

Chicago Bus & Train Tracker

Free

Get real-time Chicago bus and train arrival estimates for your favorite CTA stops. Track vehicle locations on a map, save frequent stops, and view service alerts. Integrates with Apple Watch for quick access.

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.

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.

Live Metra Map: GPS Tracker

See Exact Train Positions

Free

See real-time train movements on a live map, providing exact vehicle positions. Eliminate guesswork and stress by confirming train arrivals before heading to the station. Covers the entire Metra network.

MTA TrainTime

Railroad tickets and trips

Free

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.

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.

RTA Chicago

by Mentz GmbH

Free

Navigate Chicago's public transit with door-to-door directions and real-time arrival estimates for CTA trains and buses, Metra rail, and Pace buses. Customize your journey based on travel preferences, including mobility needs.

MetraX: Chicago Train Delays

Live Metra + South Shore times

Free

This app provides real-time delay information for Chicago's Metra commuter rail. It remembers your usual routes and displays live delay statuses and estimated arrival times for your next trains. Features include arrival alerts, on-time performance statistics, and shareable delay excuse cards.

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.

Chicago CTA Train Bus Tracker

Chicago Transit :CTA Train Bus

Free

Navigate Chicago's public transit with real-time bus and train tracking. Plan your journeys with detailed route information, departure and arrival times, and an offline rail map. Enjoy personalized day and night modes for a seamless travel experience.

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.

Chicago Transit Planner

On demand Bus and L-Train info

Free

This app provides real-time bus and L-train information for Chicago's transit system. It offers features like scanning bus signs with AR, finding nearby stations and stops, and tracking specific train or bus routes with live updates on arrivals and delays.

ParkChicago®

The official parking app!

Free

Manage your entire parking experience directly from your smartphone. Pay for, extend, and track your parking sessions with ease, eliminating the need for physical meters or coins. Receive helpful notifications and access your parking history.