GOToronto: GO Transit Sidekick
A full featured, yet easy to use iPhone/iPod Touch app for GO Transit riders in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) in Ontario, Canada. It connects to the GO website over your WiFi/3G connection for live statuses, and offers schedules even when you're not connected to the Internet.
Features
Current status for both trains and buses as reported by GO website
Live Union station departure platform status
Offline Trip Planner: Find times by departure/arrival stops for trips with up to 2 transfers. Automatically checks for new schedules to download within the app.
Adult fares for all planned trips
Quick table view of the shortest trips
Find closest stop to your current location. Easily launch the Maps app with directions loaded for getting to your selected stop.
Take a look at the screenshots below to see how easy and useful this app is!
User Quotes
"I know designing a good search interface is hard, but yours is already pretty good. Having schedules is what makes the app worth purchasing, so you’ve got the right idea there. I’ve always been frustrated with the GO website, your app is already easier to use!" -Michael
"Your app is awesome. A fantastic idea. It shows how to use technology to improve our lives." -Miguel
"I switched to Android from iPhone. This app is the one I miss the most." -Alexandru
Usage Tips
Tap on the "From"/"Travel to" table cells to set your trip departure/arrival.
In the trips view, use the icon in the upper-right corner to switch between details and overview mode.
Use the "Info" button at the top-right of the Search screen to get explanations on the schedules.
Disclaimer
GOToronto is not affiliated nor endorsed by GO Transit. Data used in this product or service is provided with the permission of Metrolinx. Metrolinx makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or currency of the data used in this product or service.
Support
For all support inquiries, please use the feedback button in the app (or contact: tripleQuadSupport AT gmail DOT com).
Update Instructions
If you experience problems after updating, delete GOToronto completely from your device. Then download (freely) from the App Store again to fix it.
Screenshots
