Transit

Transit is a mobile application founded in 2013 and based in Montreal. It aggregates real-time public transportation data across hundreds of metropolitan areas worldwide and is designed to help users navigate cities efficiently without relying on private vehicles.

Upon opening the app, users see nearby departure times for buses, trains, and trams presented in a clean, bold interface. Transit combines official transit agency data with crowdsourced vehicle positions to deliver accurate arrival predictions. Its route planner supports multiple transport modes, including public transit, cycling, ride-hailing, bikeshare, and scooters—integrated into a single platform.

Key features include real-time alerts for service disruptions, step-by-step navigation via the “GO” assistant, and offline access to maps and departure schedules. The app is available in more than 600 cities across over 25 countries, with strong adoption in major metropolitan areas like New York, London, Paris, Toronto, and Montreal.

Transit’s mission is to make car-free living the default and joyful choice for urban dwellers. The company collaborates with public transit agencies, researchers, and civic partners to promote sustainable mobility.

Backed by a multidisciplinary team of over 70 urbanists, engineers, and designers, Transit emphasizes interface clarity, reliable data, and a long-term vision of cities designed around people—not cars.

Keywords: real-time transit app, multimodal trip planner, offline navigation, crowdsourced vehicle tracking, service alerts, ride-hailing and bikeshare integration, sustainable mobility, GO navigation assistant, urban transport platform, car-free commuting