Citymapper

Citymapper Enter your destination and Citymapper builds the best public transit, walking, driving, and taxi routes with live ETAs. Switch map views, track vehicles in real time, and navigate offline.

Citymapper

Citymapper is a simple, friendly city navigation app. Just type in where you want to go, and it will suggest multiple ways to travel—public transit, driving, taxi, and walking—along with estimated arrival times. As you travel, the arrival estimates can update in response to real-world traffic.

During navigation, you can switch between different map styles at any time. The app also supports real-time vehicle tracking. If you’re offline, you can still plan routes and get essential route information without an internet connection. Citymapper is regularly updated to reflect current conditions, helping your trips feel easier and more reliable.

Key Features

• Press GO for step-by-step directions

  Turn-by-turn guidance for transit, walking, cycling, and scooter rides. Pick from 3 map views, check the battery levels of nearby e-scooters and e-bikes, and avoid no-parking zones. A smart route planner handles the route logic so you can focus on the ride.

• A one-stop mobility hub

  Compare cab prices, request a ride, or switch to bikes and scooters nearby. Citymapper works with services such as:

  • 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
• Skip the rush-hour stress

  Get live waiting times and updated ETAs so you don’t miss buses, trains, or ferries. Use the train & bus tracker to watch public transport approach on a real-time map. You can also see which train car to board, check upcoming stops, receive reminders when it’s time to get off, and choose the best exit at subway/train stations.

• Upgrade your daily transit routine

  See daily updates right from your lock screen for public transportation, including real-time bus arrivals plus subway, ferry, and train times. You’ll also get alerts for disruptions, delays, and service status changes, along with alternative routes. The all-in-one transit tracker helps you stay aware of changes to local schedules.



• Personalize your routes

  Save places like Home, Work, and your usual stations for faster planning. Subscribe to your favorite subway, train, bus, or ferry line to receive automatic alerts about disruptions or schedule changes. Keep key info close at hand, including local subway maps, next bus times, subway times, and train schedules.

Highlights

• Real-Time Transit Updates: Live schedule updates to help you avoid delays.
• Turn-By-Turn Directions: Step-by-step guidance across multiple transport modes.
• Multi-Mode Comparison: Instantly compare walking, cycling, and public transit options with current timing.
• Route Customization: Choose routes based on what matters most—speed, convenience, or cost.
• Saved Locations: Bookmark frequently used places for quick planning.
• Integrated Maps: Clear maps to view routes and alternate paths.
• Offline Maps: Access essential route details without an internet connection.

User Feedback

• Great for solo travel confidence

  One user says the app helps them feel more confident navigating as a solo female traveler. They especially like route options along main roads and the fact that costs are shown for better budgeting. They note it’s “rarely wrong,” and when it fails, it’s often due to the user’s own navigation. They also mention that walking/ferry directions may be inaccurate in some areas (example given: Amsterdam), but overall it still makes travel easier. They like being able to set a home base for quick return navigation.

  

• Many options with clear pricing

  Another reviewer praises how many travel alternatives are displayed along with prices, calling it very helpful. They report it’s been accurate so far and provides multiple routes similar to Google Maps, with a focus on fast and efficient paths. They suggest adding a “walk less” option for Bus Mode (currently they say it’s only available for Mixed Travel Mode).

• Precise location and strong real-time data

  One user highlights accurate geolocation both above ground and underground, along with very precise connections for trams, buses, RER, and trains. They mention the app provides real-time data for locations and transport points, delivering accurate ETAs. They also value recommended routes and customization features, especially for travel in Paris.

• Helpful transit directions in Singapore

  A long-time user says they’ve used Citymapper since before COVID and still consider it a good app. They recommend it for getting around Singapore, noting it shows effective routes using trains, buses, and walking, including ETAs. They also mention it’s easy to use and that settings are straightforward within the app, with limited advertising.