MTA (NYC)
Official NYC subway and bus tracker with live arrivals.
What MTA (NYC) is
The Official MTA App (formerly MYmta) is the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's official app for New York City, covering the subway and buses with real-time arrival information and service alerts; Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North riders use the separate TrainTime app. Visitors use it to plan trips across the city's dense transit network and to know when the next train or bus actually arrives rather than relying on posted schedules. As the official source, it reflects MTA service changes and disruptions directly.
What it does for travelers
- ✓Real-time subway and bus arrival times
- ✓Trip planning across the subway and bus network
- ✓Official service alerts for delays, reroutes, and planned changes
- ✓Station and stop information including accessibility details
- ✓Nearby stops based on your location
Good to know
- The app is free; you still pay regular MTA fares to ride
- Live data needs a connection, and underground subway platforms often have limited signal
- No account is strictly required for basic trip planning and arrival info
- It covers the New York City region specifically
Travel tips
- NYC fares use contactless OMNY tap-to-pay, so just tap a contactless card or phone wallet at the turnstile; MetroCards are no longer sold
- Check service alerts before late-night and weekend trips, when subway lines are frequently rerouted for maintenance
- Plan your route while you have signal above ground, since connectivity drops on many underground platforms
- Many travelers also use Google Maps or Citymapper for NYC; the MTA app is the authoritative source for official alerts
When to reach for it
Turn to the MTA app when you want the official, real-time word on NYC subway and bus arrivals and service disruptions, especially during weekend track work or unexpected delays.
Where we list MTA (NYC)
1 destination, with what it's good for in each.
MTA (NYC) — frequently asked
Do I buy subway tickets in the MTA app?
The app focuses on trip planning and real-time info; NYC payment is handled separately by tapping a contactless card, phone, or OMNY card at the turnstile, not in-app fares.
Will arrival times update underground?
Live updates need a data connection, and many subway platforms have weak signal, so it's best to check times before heading down to the platform.
Is the MTA app free?
Yes, the app is free to download and use; you only pay the standard MTA fares when you ride.
Last reviewed in September 2026. Pack My Apps is independent — MTA (NYC)didn't pay to be listed and the download links aren't affiliate links. Features, fees and country coverage change, so confirm anything your trip depends on in the app itself. Report an error.