Chicago BusTracker - CTA for iPhone

App Snapshot

Chicago BusTracker (Chicago BusTracker - CTA) is a dedicated mobile tool that shows live locations and arrival estimates for Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) buses. It’s built for both locals and visitors who need quick, accurate transit information across the city to make bus travel simpler and more predictable.

How it operates

• Choose the stop where you’ll board or wait to see the upcoming vehicles and their arrival times.
• Pick the travel direction to filter results for buses heading the way you need.
• Select the route number to focus on a specific service line and find the next buses on that route.

The app pulls data from CTA Bus Time to deliver up-to-the-minute positions and ETA calculations, helping commuters rely on current information.

Convenience and personalization

• Create an unlimited list of favorite stops for instant access to schedules and expected arrivals.
• A clean, intuitive interface keeps the most important details—next arrivals, route, and stop—easy to read and retrieve.

These conveniences improve the daily commute and make navigating Chicago’s bus network more efficient for everyone.

Suggested alternatives

• Direction Finder — Free
• Compass — Free

Each alternative provides its own approach to route and arrival information, so you can choose the one that best fits your preferences.