# tramTRACKER

> tramTRACKER – Melbourne’s official tram app for real-time tram arrival info.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.yarratrams.tramtracker](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.yarratrams.tramtracker)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.yarratrams.tramtracker`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Yarra Trams - TramTracker
- **Category:** TRAVEL\_AND\_LOCAL
- **Downloads:** 665,625
- **Rating:** 2.00 / 5 (2,263 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.12.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-11
- **First published:** 2012-10-01
- **Publisher country:** AU
- **Size:** 9.94 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yarratrams.tramtracker)
- **Website:** [http://www.yarratrams.com.au](http://www.yarratrams.com.au/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.yarratrams.com.au/general/privacy-policy](http://www.yarratrams.com.au/general/privacy-policy)

## Description

**tramTRACKER** is Melbourne's official tram app providing real-time tram arrival information directly on your Android smartphone. Designed exclusively for Melbourne commuters, it uses advanced real-time technology to keep you informed on tram arrivals and any service disruptions.

Main features include real-time arrival times for the next three trams at each stop, tram profiles showing incoming tram types, and automatic refresh of timings. You can find your nearest tram stops via GPS, favourite stops by name or route, and even see where your tram currently is with the "myTRAM" feature. The app also offers colour-coded route maps, alerts for disruptions, nearby train, bus, and tram connections, and directions to ticket outlets. Additional helpful features include finding tram stops with shelters for rainy days, discovering attractions, and online help for new users. tramTRACKER is an essential tool for anyone navigating Melbourne's tram network efficiently and reliably.

## Rankings

- #85,649 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ASSISTED_GPS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_GPS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`

## Review summary

The reviews show a pattern of instability: the app frequently crashes or fails to load data, with roaming-data compatibility issues and sometimes inaccurate tram times. A minority report improvements after updates, with the app working well again when stable.

### Pros

- When it works, tram information loads quickly (e.g., using a local SIM).
- Updates have fixed issues for some users, with reports of the app working well again.
- Back up and running and generally usable after fixes for a subset of users.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and unresponsiveness on Android devices, including Galaxy S23 Ultra and S25 Ultra.
- Repeated data-loading failures: 'unable to retrieve data' or data not loading for weeks.
- Roaming data support is poor: the app doesn't work with roaming data and relies on a local SIM.
- Arrival times are often inaccurate or misleading.
- Disruption notices are unreliable or stop/start inconsistently.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.yarratrams.tramtracker)