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Transportr vs Transit: catalog facts
Transportr	Transit
Best for: Public transport users who want a private, ad-free trip planner	Best for: Daily commuters who rely on buses and trains
Free Free and open source with no ads.	Free + paid options Free to download, with optional paid features.
Android	Android, iOS
One app for many regional transit networks Live departures with real-time delays where available All 3 strengths for Transportr One app for many regional transit networks Live departures with real-time delays where available No ads or tracking	Nearby departures shown as soon as the app opens Real-time vehicle positions and arrival times All 4 strengths for Transit Nearby departures shown as soon as the app opens Real-time vehicle positions and arrival times Step-by-step GO navigation with alerts for when to get off Covers buses, trains, bikeshare and walking in one planner
Coverage and real-time data depend on the region Cannot verify the accuracy of agency data All 3 limitations for Transportr Coverage and real-time data depend on the region Cannot verify the accuracy of agency data Android only	Usefulness depends on the data available for your city Some features require a paid subscription
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Not open source
License: GPL-3.0-or-later	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Transportr transportr.app Catalog checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Transit transitapp.com play.google.com/store/apps/details apps.apple.com/us/app/transit-subway-bus-times/id498151501 Catalog checked September 23, 2026

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