MetroPulse
Track your bus or train
Free · Designed for iPad
MetroPulse – The Official Metro Travel App
Navigate mass transit in the Washington region with confidence with MetroPulse, Metro’s official all-in-one trip planning app.
Key Features:
Real-Time Travel Info
See up‑to‑the‑second arrival times for every Metrorail line and Metrobus route. Color‑coded indicators let you check crowding levels and service delays at a glance.
Practical Info On Nearby Stations & Stops
Turn on location access to view the closest stations and stops. Get real-time updates, including elevator/escalator status and first/last train info.
Trip Planner
Enter your destination and get multiple route options that combine rail and bus—along with fare estimates and total travel time.
Live Metrics
Check performance with live route info, service reliability dashboards, and efficiency insights—all at your fingertips.
Service Alerts
Receive notifications for delays, service changes, cancellations, track work, and more—customized to your preferred lines and trips.
Offline Maps
Access and Download Metrorail and key Metrobus route maps for offline use.
Single Sign-In With SmarTrip®
Use your SmarTrip log-in to save your favorite trips, and sync your personalized preferences across your mobile devices.
Online Chat Support
Have a question or an issue? Chat directly with Metro’s customer service from inside the app.
Custom Settings
Manage notifications, set travel preferences, and access customer guides—all from one place.
Why MetroPulse?
MetroPulse takes the guesswork out of riding Metro in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Plan ahead, stay informed, and get where you need to go in less time and with fewer hassles.
Built for Now—and What’s Next
MetroPulse reflects Metro’s long-term vision to enhance the customer experience, increase transparency, and deliver smarter service. Be on the lookout for frequent updates which will include even more personalized features, expanded accessibility tools, and deeper SmarTrip wallet integration.
Download MetroPulse to ride mass transit smarter across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
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Fixes
- Selected stop info clearing out on stop/location search
- Displaying of next trip prediction of active buses for the other direction
- Stops away for buses that hasn't started the trip yet
- Fixed mobile app ETA time calculation rounding for Rail
- Updated Authentication and Account Management Settings (Apple Policy)
The developer, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Linked to You
The following data may be collected and linked to your identity:
- Contact Info
- Search History
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
- Location
- Diagnostics
Accessibility
The developer has not yet indicated which accessibility features this app supports. Learn More
Information
- Seller
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authory
- Size
- 57.5 MB
- Category
- Travel
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 14.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 14.0 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 14.0 or later. - iPod touch
Requires iOS 14.0 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 11.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © WMATA 2025