Transit Tracker - Chicago

Name: Transit Tracker - Chicago
Rating: 4.125 (57 reviews)
Author: hillman apps

By: hillman apps App

Route schedules, maps, and real-time tracking of CTA buses.

Overview

Google Play Store

Downloads

16,213

Data as of 2026-08-02

Rating:

4.13

(57)

Version:

3.4.7

Last updated: 2024-04-16

Ranking

#460,886 ▼ 557

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Transit Tracker - Chicago offers real-time tracking of Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) buses using public APIs. Easily monitor multiple bus routes or individual buses, download route schedules, and view origin/destination times in tabular or map formats. The extension provides nearby stop searches based on your current or specified location, with optional filters.

Set up custom alerts to notify you when buses approach or arrive at your selected stops, keeping you informed of your commute. Additional features include direction assistance via Google Maps, light/dark themes, satellite and traffic map overlays, customizable update intervals, screen dimming controls, and personalized alert ringtones. Please note, this is an unofficial app not affiliated with CTA.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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Version:

3.4.7 Last updated: 2024-04-16

Version code:

151

Creation date:

2012-11-15

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Permissions:

android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION Very high risk
android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION Very high risk
com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
com.android.vending.BILLING Low risk
com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE Low risk
com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES Low risk

Size:

6.89MB

Email:

hi*****@gmail.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

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Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-02

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Ranking

# 460,886 ▼ 557

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Developed by:

hillman apps

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hillman.ctatracker

Email:

hi*****@gmail.com

Website:

http://transit-tracker.com/

User Reviews

Users appreciate the app's accurate real-time bus tracking, reliable schedules, and helpful features like Alexa integration that assist in planning travel and avoiding long waits in cold weather. However, some users note the app shows global locations when searching, which complicates finding local stops, and that arrival times may occasionally be missing or based on schedules rather than live updates, affecting accuracy.

Pros

Accurate bus tracking feature that shows exact bus locations in real-time.
Schedules and ETAs are generally accurate and useful.
Helps users avoid waiting in the cold by providing timely arrival information.
App is easy to use and works well for locating buses and planning travel.
Integration with Alexa enhances usability.

Cons

App shows all matching locations globally when entering destination, making it hard to find local stops.
Sometimes arrival times are not available, causing occasional inconvenience.
ETA provided may be based on scheduled times rather than real-time updates, lowering accuracy at times.