Best UK transport apps for iPhone and iPad (via @iMore)

Best UK transport apps for iPhone and iPad (via @iMore)
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Citymapper
Developer : Citymapper Limited
Price: 0.0
Version: 11.1
Release Date: 2011-10-18T03:47:18Z
Content Advisory Rating: 4+
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Description:
Instantly compare your travel options in real-time across all transport modes globally!
Easily navigate your city with turn-by-turn directions for all your public transportation, walking, cycling and scooter trips.
THOUSANDS OF 5 STAR REVIEWS
* "This is my favorite transit app. Full-featured and a breeze to use. I really appreciate the Uber integration."
* "Only way to get around NYC and Chicago. Easy and accurate. Download this one NOW"
* "I love it. It’s the best thing since zippers, peanut and jelly and 1 TB thumb drives"
* "Support for the SF Bay Area is particularly impressive because it aggregates all transit systems imaginable (BART, Caltrain, MUNI, VTA, etc.) into one seamless app"
FIND THE BEST ROUTE ► Simple trip planning combining all transport modes: bus, subway, train, ferry, cabs, ride share, car share, bike share, e-scooters and walking. Discover routes you never knew existed
HIT THE GO BUTTON FOR STEP-BY-STEP DIRECTIONS ► Turn-by-turn navigation for all your transit, walking, personal cycling, bike shares and scooter trips. Choose between 3 different map views, see the charge levels of e-scooters and e-bikes around you, we even help you avoid no-parking zones. We take care of the logistical thinking so you are free to enjoy the ride
EXPERIENCE ONE-STOP-SHOP MOBILITY ► Compare cab fares, hail a ride, hop on a shared bike or find the nearest e-scooter all from within the app. Our partners include: Uber, Lyft, JUMP, Lime, Bird, Spin, Skip, Scoot, Citi Bike, JerseryBike, Bluebikes, Indego, CaBi, Divvy, Metro Bike, Breeze, Bay Wheels, Healthy Ride, Relay, BCycle, SA Bike Share, GREENbike, Grid, RTC Bike, BIKETOWN, Biki
BEAT THE RUSH HOUR CROWD ► Live wait times and ETA so you'll never miss a bus, train or ferry again. Follow your bus / train as it's approaching on a real-time map, see the best train car to board, get alerted when it's time to get off, and get in and out from the best exit at any subway / train station
PERSONALIZE YOUR CITY ► Save Home, Work and your go-to stops or stations for lightning fast trip planning. Subscribe to your favorite subway, train, bus or ferry line for automatic disruption, delay, and status alerts
GET SOCIAL ► Share your live trip: let friends follow your live trip to know when you'll arrive. Share any location or address: one tap for others to get directions
TRAVEL OFFLINE ► Access offline the official NYC subway map, Manhattan bus map, Brooklyn bus map, Queens bus map, DC metro map, Muni Metro map, and more
CITY COVERAGE ► New York City | Chicago | Los Angeles | San Francisco | Washington DC | Boston | Philadelphia | Seattle | Miami | Atlanta | Portland | Denver | Baltimore | San Diego | Minneapolis | Houston | Phoenix | Dallas | Las Vegas | Pittsburgh | Honolulu | Salt Lake City | San Antonio | St. Louis | Cleveland | Austin
+ Many more worldwide! See the full list and vote for the next one in the app or at https://citymapper.com/cities
TRANSIT AGENCIES ► We use open data from transit agencies in the cities we cover, including: MTA | CTA | LA Metro | MBTA | WMATA | SEPTA | NJ Transit | Muni | BART | King Bus | MARTA | LIRR | RTD | TriMet | Metro-North Railroad | PATH | Houston METRO | San Diego MTS | Miami-Dade Transit | Metro Transit | METRA | RTC Bus | TheBus | Port Authority | DART | AC Transit | Sound Transit | UTA | OCTA | VIA | PTD | Metro Transit | RTA | Capital Metro | Broward County Transit Division | NY Waterway Ferries | Washington State Ferries | LBT | Nassau Inter County Express (NICE)| Valley Metro | Metrolink | Santa Monica Big Blue Bus (BBB)
KEEP IN TOUCH ► If you have questions or feedback or something we may have missed in your city email us at support@citymapper.com
Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/Citymapper
Privacy Policy: https://citymapper.com/privacy
Terms of Service: https://citymapper.com/terms
Release Notes:
While you’ve been enjoying all the FREE things in Citymapper 11, we’ve fixed a few other things, like helping our smaller (but equally loved) cities be more seen. More to come.



Google Maps
Developer : Google LLC
Price: 0.0
Version: 6.68.0
Release Date: 2012-12-13T04:21:00Z
Content Advisory Rating: 4+
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Description:
Navigate your world faster and easier with Google Maps. Over 220 countries and territories mapped including hundreds of millions of businesses and destinations. Get real-time GPS navigation, traffic, and transit info, and find what you need by getting the latest information on businesses, including grocery stores, pharmacies and other important places.
Get where you need to go efficiently:
• Find the best route with automatic rerouting based on live traffic, incidents, and road closure
Find important businesses:
• Know what’s open in your area and their latest business hours
• Find local restaurants offering delivery and takeout
• Create lists of your important places
Get there faster with real-time updates
• Beat traffic with real-time ETAs and traffic conditions
• Catch your bus, train, or ride-share with real-time transit info
• Save time with automatic rerouting based on live traffic, incidents, and road closure
• With Live View in Google Maps, see the way you need to go with arrows and directions placed right on top of your world. There’s no second guessing or missing another turn.
More experiences on Google Maps
• Offline maps to search and navigate without an internet connection
• Street View and indoor imagery for restaurants, shops, museums and more
• Indoor maps to quickly find your way inside big places like airports, malls and stadiums
Some features not available in all countries
Navigation isn't intended to be used by oversized or emergency vehicles
Release Notes:
Thanks for using Google Maps! This release brings bug fixes that improve our product to help you discover new places and navigate to them.



Tube Map - London Underground
Developer : Mapway Limited
Price: 0.0
Version: 7.0.0
Release Date: 2009-07-11T21:20:04Z
Content Advisory Rating: 4+
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Description:
Tube Map is the award-winning navigation app that includes the official TfL (Transport for London) Tube Map. Tube Map - London Underground works both on and offline and is the #1 Tube Map with over 22 million downloads!
Key features:
Uses the official TfL iconic Harry Beck London Underground map design.
Includes additional map views for the TfL Night Tube and Rail Network. Plus a bonus map that we have created that is more geographical.
An easy to use journey planner that works with and without an internet connection.
Check line status for delays, closures and service changes.
See what time the next Tube is due with live departures from TfL.
National Rail arrivals and departures.
Journey planning made easy with real-time routing around closures and delays.
Use step-by-step directions in the journey planner to find your way around London.
Save your favourite routes for quick selection when on the go.
Save your Home and Work stations for up to date station, line and route information.
Find your closest Tube station wherever you are in London.
Tube Map – London Underground Apple Watch app available.
Travel Guide
Exclusive features also available; First & Last Tube Times, Tube Exits and Priority Support.
With over 55 million downloads worldwide, there's a Mapway app for many of the busiest transport systems in the world including New York Subway, Paris Metro, Bus Times London and Berlin Subway.
Plan. Route. Relax.
Please note: whilst we endeavour to ensure that Line Status notifications are delivered in a timely manner we can’t guarantee this 100% of the time. There may be occasions when the functionality isn’t available due to technical reasons outside of our control. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.
Tube Map Premium available as an in-app subscription: £3.99 monthly or £9.99 annually, or as a one-off purchase of £22.99. Prices may vary by location. Cancel at any time, for any reason. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, at the cost of your chosen price tier. Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to Account Settings in your iTunes Account. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased, where applicable. Read our terms in full at https://www.mapway.com/terms-conditions/
Release Notes:
It’s been a while but we thought it was time for a big refresh. We’ve been working on some of the suggestions and feedback you have been sending us and here is your new look Tube Map.
In celebration of Earth Day, we’ve partnered with Furthr to launch our new series of features to help you plant trees, reduce emissions, and make a difference while traveling. Find out more by checking out our new sustainability features in the side menu.
We’re always striving to make this the best app it can possibly be, so please keep that feedback coming to us, support@mapway.com



Trainline: Buy train tickets
Developer : thetrainline
Price: 0.0
Version: 275
Release Date: 2009-10-15T11:54:12Z
Content Advisory Rating: 4+
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Description:
Welcome aboard Trainline – Europe’s leading train and bus app.
We’ve made it quick and easy for you to travel across the UK and the rest of Europe by rail and road. You can book great value tickets for Avanti West Coast, GWR, LNER, National Express and more.
You can even plan your international trips by train or bus across 45 countries in Europe and the rest of the world, including the UK, France, Italy, Spain and Germany.
Plus, you’re always in control of your trip thanks to our live train times (for UK rail, Trenitalia, Renfe, and SNCF routes), price alerts, Mobile Tickets/etickets and seat selection (where available).
Why Trainline?
• All your train and bus journeys in one place – plan an international country-hopping adventure on our app.
• Compare train and bus options from 220 train and bus companies.
• Pay in your preferred currency – Available in USD, GBP, EUR, AUD, CAD, CHF, and SEK.
• Buy your tickets with Apple Pay, PayPal, and all major credit cards and debit cards.
• Add loyalty and discount cards to get benefits from UK rail, Eurostar, SNCF, Thalys and Renfe.
• Book in advance or on the day of travel, up to 15 minutes before departure.
• Skip station queues with tickets on your phone on selected routes – Buh-bye paper tickets.
Travel Europe effortlessly and book tickets for trips with:
• Eurostar (UK, France, and the Netherlands)
• Heathrow Express (UK)
• Avanti West Coast (UK)
• GWR (UK)
• National Express (UK)
• London Overground (UK)
• SNCF (France)
• TGV Lyria (France)
• Thalys (France)
• Trenitalia (Italy)
• Italo (Italy)
• Renfe (Spain)
• Alsa (Spain)
• Deutsche Bahn (Germany)
• ÖBB (Austria)
• SBB (Switzerland)
• NS (the Netherlands)
• SNCB (Belgium)
• Flixbus and many, many more…
So, download your FREE Trainline app and get access to live train times, and cheap train and bus tickets across Europe.
Have a question? Read our FAQs: https://www.thetrainline.com/en/help/
Follow Trainline on social:
• Facebook: facebook.com/trainline.eu
• Twitter: twitter.com/trainline_eu
• Instagram: @trainline
Release Notes:
An Iconic Update
You can now change our app icon.
When you’re ready, head over to your Account in our app.
In addition to the classic ‘train’ icon, you’ll find a bunch of new styles to choose from.



Uber - Request a ride
Developer : Uber Technologies, Inc.
Price: 0.0
Version: 3.563.10000
Release Date: 2010-05-21T03:11:23Z
Content Advisory Rating: 4+
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Description:
We’re committed to your safety at Uber. We’ve established a Door-to-Door Safety Standard to help you feel safe every time you ride.
And with Uber, your destination is at your fingertips. Just open the app and enter where you want to go, and a nearby driver will help you get there reliably.
FIND A RIDE FROM ALMOST ANYWHERE
Request a ride from 600+ airports and in 10,000+ cities around the world, the Uber app is a great way to make your travel plans stress-free. Request a ride on demand or schedule one ahead of time.
FIND A RIDE TO ALMOST ANYWHERE
Whether you’re looking for style, space, or affordability, Uber can help you find the perfect ride to fit your needs:
Enjoy elegance and premium features with Uber Black
Ride with extra room (and more of your friends) with UberXL
All of these transportation options and more are available in one place with the Uber app.
SEE PRICE ESTIMATES
With Uber, you can see your price estimate up front before booking. That means you’ll always have an idea of what you’ll pay before requesting your ride.
YOUR SAFETY DRIVES US
We’re committed to making every trip with Uber as safe as possible. That's why—in addition to our Door-to-Door Safety Standard—we've built new safety features and updated our Community Guidelines for respectful and positive experiences.
You can share your trip
Give your loved ones peace of mind while you’re on a trip—you can share your location and trip status so they know you made it to your destination.
You can contact emergency services
You can call your local authorities directly from the app, and your location and trip details will be displayed so you can quickly share them with emergency services.
TIP AND RATE YOUR DRIVER
After every ride, you can submit a rating along with comments. You can also let your driver know you appreciated your experience by adding a tip for them right in the app.
Not all products are available in all markets.
To see if Uber is available in your city, visit https://www.uber.com/cities.
Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/uber.
Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/uber.
Have a question? Visit uber.com/help.
Release Notes:
We update the Uber app as often as possible to make it faster and more reliable for you. Here are a couple of the enhancements you'll find in the latest update:
- Updates to improve localization across the app
- Various bug fixes & improvements
Love the app? Rate us! Your feedback keeps the Uber engine running.
Have a question? Tap Help in the Uber app or visit help.uber.com.



HERE WeGo Maps & Navigation
Developer : HERE Apps LLC
Price: 0.0
Version: 4.8.200
Release Date: 2015-03-11T21:02:18Z
Content Advisory Rating: 4+
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Description:
Welcome to the new HERE WeGo!
HERE WeGo is a free navigation app that guides local and global travelers on journeys both familiar and foreign. The app now has a fresh, new design and clearer, easier to use navigation.
Enjoy a more carefree journey and reach your destination effortlessly, however you need to get there. Get there on foot with easy-to-follow walk guidance. Take public transport in more than 1,900 cities around the world. Or use turn-by-turn voice guidance with accurate driving directions and go by car. You can even find parking at your destination and get guided directly to it.
Visit the same places often? Save them in a collection to stay organized and find them easier. Or use shortcuts to get directions to them in one click.
Need to make an extra stop or want to go a specific way? Simply add waypoints to your routes and HERE WeGo guides you there.
Want to save your mobile data and stay on course even without an internet connection when travelling? Download a map of a region, country or continent and complete your journey while staying totally offline.
HERE WeGo also works with Apple CarPlay® so you can enjoy world-class navigation in your car's built-in display.
And what's next?
- More ways to get around, such as bike and car-sharing
- Services you can enjoy on the go, such as hotel booking and parking
- A way to find places of common interest and organize trips with others
- And much more!
Stay tuned, and don't forget to send your feedback to appsupport@here.com. We hope you enjoy your journey with HERE WeGo!
Release Notes:
Improvements made for an even better HERE WeGo experience.



Waze Navigation & Live Traffic
Developer : Waze Inc. (waze)
Price: 0.0
Version: 4.94.1
Release Date: 2009-08-01T21:14:40Z
Content Advisory Rating: 4+
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Description:
Always know what’s happening on the road with Waze. Even if you know the way, Waze tells you instantly about traffic, construction, police, crashes, & more. If traffic is bad on your route, Waze will change it to save you time.
Why Waze?
◦ See what’s happening - Alerts about traffic, police, hazards and more on your drive
◦ Get there faster - Instant routing changes to avoid traffic and save you time
◦ Easily listen to music - play your favorite apps for music, podcasts & more right from Waze
◦ Know when you’ll arrive - your Arrival Time is based on live traffic data
◦ Pay less for gas - find the cheapest gas along your route
◦ Drive with Apple CarPlay - use Waze on your car’s display
◦ Always find the way - choose from a variety of voices to guide you while you drive
Be prepared, drive with Waze.
You have full control over your privacy settings. Learn more about the Waze privacy policy, including what information is accessed and how it is used: www.waze.com/legal/privacy
Waze directions aren’t meant for emergency or oversized vehicles.
Release Notes:
Saving time & avoiding traffic is even easier with this update:
Fixed a bug to ensure that when sharing a drive, the car icon progressing along the route is visible



Skyscanner – travel deals
Developer : Skyscanner (Skyscanner Limited)
Price: 0.0
Version: 7.88
Release Date: 2011-02-17T16:02:14Z
Content Advisory Rating: 4+
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Description:
Skyscanner makes planning your next trip easy.
No matter where you are – search for flights, hotels and car rental deals to anywhere in the world, on the move. Save time and money by comparing and booking from your favorite travel brands like Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines all in one place, too. There are no booking fees or hidden charges – just the best prices. Here’s how to use our app:
Find inspiration
Can’t decide where? Perfect. Start by exploring everywhere first. Tap “Everywhere” in our search bar to find cheap flights literally anywhere around the world and get ideas for your next vacation.
Filter your search
Know what you’re looking for? Use our smart filters to search by flight duration, airline, number of stops, travel class, departure and arrival times.
The best time to fly
You’ve chosen where it will be, now to find the best dates to book your vacation. Our calendar view breaks down the cheapest dates in a chosen month so you can find the right flight deal. Not ready to book yet? Set up a Price Alert and we’ll let you know when the flight price changes so you’re always booking at the right time.
The right hotel at the right place
Thought we were just about cheap flights? Nope, we’ve got your stay covered too. Compare and book cheap deals from thousands of hotels, resorts, apartments, motels and hostels all over the world. Or find rooms near your current location and grab a last-minute deal for your next vacation.
Rent a car
Choose where and when to pick up your car rental, and we’ll show you cheap prices and deals. You can filter your search by vehicle type, fuel type and features. And our Fair Fuel Policy flag will make sure you’re not paying too much on fuel – we’ve got your back.
Book with who you trust
Compare all your top travel brands in one place – Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier Airlines, Delta, Ctrip, Expedia, Kiwi.com, Trip.com, Agoda and more. Plus, get recent reviews on our travel partners from our community of travelers.
No added fees ever
Did we mention we don’t charge any booking fees? Never. None at all.
Save your flights
Want to look but not ready to book? No problem. We have a “saved” feature where you can “heart” flights or hotels you like. Then it’ll show up on your trips, so you can pick up where you left off and get booking.
Why Skyscanner?
● The Telegraph; “The only 20 travel apps you’ll ever need”
● The New York Times; “Apps for Travelers Dreaming of Their Next Trip”
● Elite Daily; “7 holiday travel apps that’ll let you jingle around the world’
● Pocket-lint; “4 apps to get you ready for summer”
Let’s get social
● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skyscanner
● Instagram: @skyscanner
● Twitter: @skyscanner
● LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/skyscanner/
● Website: www.skyscanner.net
Release Notes:
Thinking about your next adventure? We’ve added more features and information to help you navigate travel. And as ever, we’ve fine-tuned the Skyscanner app to give you the best experience possible.
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