What's New

This app has been updated by Apple to use the latest Apple signing certificate.

* General Bug fixing and stability improvements

App Description

Transit Tracker – Chicago (CTA) is the only app you’ll need to get around on the Transit System in the greater Chicago area. You know how to get there; we’ll help make sure you get there on time!

This application covers the ENTIRE Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus, train (‘L’) *AND* Metra rail. Utilizes data provided by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus and train tracker systems over your device’s WiFi or cellular network connection.

Designed for Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and Metra Rail commuters. Find the nearest bus, train, or rail stations with scheduled stops and view upcoming departures with just two quick taps. Save stops for quick reference, track vehicle locations and see ACTUAL departure times (*Where available, all CTA train lines do no support real-time departure data).

Not sure how to get there, feeling adventurous or need to find an alternate route? We’ve got you covered! Use the built in trip planner to navigate the city with ease.

Tired of those other apps that make you download HUGE files? This app does *not* do that, **No syncing required! Schedule data is compiled nightly on our servers with transit data for all routes provided directly from the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and Metra Rail .

Includes a fully searchable database of all stops, stations and routes serviced by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and Metra Rail with quick access to all departures scheduled for the day. Weekly updates are downloaded in the background.

Feel free to drop us an email with suggestions! If you like the app, please make sure to rate it!

In-App Purchase is required for the following features:
. Removal of Advertisements
. Ability to Bookmark (Save) transit stops
. Ability to use the Today Widget
. Ability to use the Watch App

If applicable, realtime and schedule data is available without Purchase.

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Highlight of Included Features:

● Scheduled Bus, Train and Rail Departure Times

● Real Time Tracker Data – Bus and train estimated departure times are all provided directly from the CTA bus and train tracker systems.

● Real Time Tracker Data – Metra Rail estimated departure times are provided directly from the MetraRail tracker systems.

● Vehicle Location- In addition to the list of estimated departure times you can view bus, train and rail locations and routes on a map.

● CTA Service Alerts – View CTA route service alerts for any bus route or train line

● Save Stops - Ability to save stops you use everyday for quick and easy access while you're on the go.


* Real time data provided by Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), accuracy and availability may vary
**Data connection required to use this application

iPhone Screenshots

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iPad Screenshots

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Apple Watch Screenshots

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App Changes

  • June 15, 2014 Initial release
  • August 11, 2014 New version 2.2.0
  • September 14, 2014 New version 2.3.1
  • September 21, 2014 New version 2.4.0
  • September 28, 2014 New version 2.4.1
  • October 06, 2014 New version 2.4.2
  • October 23, 2014 New version 2.4.3
  • February 11, 2015 New version 2.4.8
  • March 04, 2015 New version 2.4.9
  • March 07, 2015 New version 2.4.10
  • March 21, 2015 New version 2.4.11
  • April 27, 2015 New version 2.4.14
  • April 28, 2015 New version 2.4.15
  • June 17, 2015 New version 2.4.17
  • July 11, 2015 New version 2.4.20
  • July 27, 2015 New version 2.4.21
  • August 12, 2015 New version 2.4.22
  • August 15, 2015 New version 2.4.23
  • September 25, 2015 New version 2.4.24
  • October 11, 2015 New version 2.4.25
  • October 22, 2015 New version 2.4.26
  • November 26, 2015 New version 2.4.27
  • January 06, 2016 New version 2.4.28
  • January 06, 2016 New version 2.4.29
  • January 25, 2016 New version 2.4.32
  • March 21, 2016 New version 2.4.33
  • July 09, 2016 New version 2.4.36
  • November 06, 2016 New version 2.4.37
  • December 02, 2016 New version 2.4.38
  • December 10, 2016 New version 2.4.39
  • December 22, 2016 New version 2.4.41
  • June 15, 2019 New version 2.4.51