250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
VTA Real Time is the household name in vta light rail, but it's far from the only option. We track 250+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 1.0★ (7) | — | No | Jul 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.9★ (1.3K) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 3.8★ (11K) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.6★ (1M) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 3.3★ (4) | No | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.3★ (106) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.7★ (1.8K) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.9★ (211K) | No | No | Oct 2026 |
Get real-time transit vehicle arrival information for buses and light rail in Santa Clara County. Track vehicles, find stops and routes, plan trips, and receive alerts for service changes. Traveling with VTA is now simpler.
Purchase and use transit fares and passes directly from your smartphone. Avoid the need for paper tickets or exact change by managing your fares digitally. Securely store multiple tickets for future use and pay for groups of riders.
Manage your transit card for contactless fare payments across the San Francisco Bay Area. Load value, plan trips with real-time information, and pay fares directly from your iPhone or Apple Watch.
