MetroTransit DC 4.5.0

This application presents a comprehensive resource for navigating Washington DC's transit system. Enhancing the commuting experience, it effectively identifies nearby transit stops and offers real-time GPS-tracked arrival predictions, alongside essential transit alerts and vehicle locations. All pertinent information is visually represented on a customizable map, allowing users to tailor the displayed data to their preferences.

Transit Agencies Included:

• Metro Rail Stations
• Metro Rail Station Entrances
• Metro Bus Stops and Routes
• DC Circulator Stops and Routes
• Capital Bike Share Locations

Main Features:

• Identification of the nearest Washington DC Metro Rail stations
• Access to all entrances at Washington DC Metro Rail stations
• Location of the nearest DC Metro Bus stops
• Location of the nearest DC Circulator stops
• Real-time estimates for train and bus arrival times at any stop or DC metro station
• Information on the nearest Capital Bike Share stations, including availability of bikes and empty docks
• Ability to locate any bus stop or train station across Washington DC
• Real-time tracking of metro bus vehicles
• Real-time tracking of circulator bus vehicles
• A unified map displaying all relevant content, offering a holistic view of the DC transit network
• Alerts from transit agencies regarding delays, elevator and escalator incidents, and other critical updates
• A search function for Metro Bus stops by stop ID or route name
• A complete list of stops for each direction along a route
• A visual representation of a bus route complete with stops on a map
• The current positions of buses along a route displayed on a map
• The option to add any train or bus stop or route to favorites for quick access
• Information regarding which bus routes or train lines service each stop

The application offers two distinct views for stop display:

• Map View: This feature uses the user’s current location to pinpoint the nearest stops, which are then graphically represented on the map. Selecting a stop reveals routes or lines serving that stop along with real-time arrival estimates or schedules. Users can adjust the displayed region to see additional available stops.
• List View: This alternative displays stops in a structured list format, organized by transit agency.

Selecting a stop or train station from either view provides access to real-time arrival time estimates or scheduled times for that location.

The application is designed with an intuitive UI that balances functionality with ease of use, catering to both seasoned commuters and those visiting Washington DC.