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

Find the nearest bus station with scheduled stops and view upcoming departures with just two quick taps. Track vehicle locations and see ACTUAL departure times, as *provided by the MBTA from the Providence Commuter Rail.

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 doesn’t do that, **No syncing required! Schedule data is compiled nightly on our servers with transit data for all routes provided directly from Rhode Island Public Transit System (RIPTA).

Includes a fully searchable database of all bus stops and routes serviced by Rhode Island Public Transit System (RIPTA) with quick access to all departures scheduled for the day. Weekly updates are downloaded in the background.

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.

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

Supported transit authorities:
Rhode Island Public Transit System (RIPTA)
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Providence Commuter Rail (MBTA)


Real time data for Rhode Island Public Transit System (RIPTA) in not available
Real time data provided by Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA), 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

  • October 19, 2014 Initial release
  • October 27, 2014 New version 2.4.3
  • February 12, 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 15, 2015 New version 2.4.12
  • April 27, 2015 New version 2.4.14
  • April 28, 2015 New version 2.4.15
  • June 21, 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
  • October 12, 2015 New version 2.4.25
  • October 22, 2015 New version 2.4.26
  • November 25, 2015 New version 2.4.27
  • January 06, 2016 New version 2.4.28
  • March 21, 2016 New version 2.4.33
  • June 30, 2016 New version 2.4.36
  • November 06, 2016 New version 2.4.37
  • December 03, 2016 New version 2.4.38
  • December 09, 2016 New version 2.4.39
  • December 22, 2016 New version 2.4.41
  • June 15, 2019 New version 2.4.51