Are there any mobile apps for tracking public transportation in real time?

Calgary Transit includes buses and light rail (CTrain), which are widely used by residents and visitors to the city. For the convenience of passengers, several mobile apps are available in Calgary that allow you to track transportation in real time, plan trips, and purchase tickets.

Official Calgary Transit mobile app - My Fare

  • My Fare is the official Calgary Transit app that combines trip planning, real-time transit tracking, and ticket purchasing.
  • The app allows you to view current bus and CTrain schedules and see arrival times for specific stops.
  • The app supports e-tickets, which must be activated before boarding.
  • My Fare is available for iOS and Android.
  • It also sends notifications about service changes, delays, and detours.

Transit App

  • Transit App is a popular global app for planning public transportation trips.
  • Supports Calgary Transit and shows real-time bus and CTrain movements.
  • Allows you to plan routes based on current traffic and delays.
  • Available for iOS and Android, has a user-friendly interface and notification features.

Other useful apps

  • MonTransit Calgary Transit Bus - a specialized app for Calgary that also shows schedules and real-time transit information.
  • It is updated regularly and helps passengers navigate routes and arrival times.

Official website and web services

  • The official Calgary Transit website has interactive tools for planning trips and viewing schedules.
  • The Next Ride service shows the nearest arrivals at the selected stop.
  • Information is updated in real time, allowing passengers to respond quickly to changes in traffic.

Social media and updates

  • Calgary Transit actively communicates changes to service via Twitter (@CalgaryTransit).
  • Real-time notifications about delays, detours, and accidents help passengers plan their trips without unnecessary hassle.

Advantages of using mobile apps

  • Ability to plan trips based on real-time arrival times.
  • Quick access to information about route changes, delays, and detours.
  • Convenient ticket and pass purchases without having to wait in line.
  • Notifications about upcoming trips and reminders.
  • Support for different types of devices (iOS and Android smartphones).

Conclusion

There are several mobile apps in Calgary that make it much easier to use public transportation:

  • My Fare - the official Calgary Transit app with ticket purchasing and transit tracking features.
  • Transit App - a popular app for trip planning and tracking.
  • Other local apps that update information in real time. Using these apps helps passengers plan their trips efficiently, save time, and avoid unexpected delays.