Metro Pulse
Metro Pulse keeps your trip on track — before, during, and after your ride.
On bus or rail, across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, you can check real-time arrivals, plan trips, save favorites, chat with us, and get service updates — all in one easy-to-use app.
Download Metro Pulse - new version available Sunday 5/31
If you already have Metro Pulse your app will automatically update, or download it from the app store for your device.
We want to hear from you!
This new version of Metro Pulse focuses on the features you asked for — clearer, more consistent navigation, personalization, and quick access to the information you use most.
We are already preparing for the next release, so please keep sharing your feedback in the app (check under More) or through our customer contact form.
Ask a question or share feedbackFeatures of Metro Pulse
Real-time arrivals
See accurate, real-time data for every train and bus. Know when your ride is coming and whether delays or service changes could affect your trip, so you can adjust with confidence.
Explore nearby service
Use the Explore tab to view Metro service near your current location or anywhere you drop a pin on the map.
Save your favorites
Keep your most-used lines, routes, stations, stops, and places within easy reach in Favorites.
- Favorite a rail line or bus route to preview arrivals at nearby stations or stops.
- Favorite a specific station or stop to see upcoming arrivals anytime.
Plan and customize your trip
Find the best way to get from point A to point B using bus, rail, or both with Trip Planner.
- Compare route options.
- View fare estimates and travel times.
- Choose when you want to leave — now or later.
- Customize preferences such as travel modes, walking distance, and elevator access.
AI-powered chat
Get quick answers about arrivals, delays, service changes, and more from our AI agent, 24/7. If you need additional help, connect directly with a Metro customer service representative.
Service alerts
Stay updated on delays, service changes, cancellations, track work, and emergencies, so you can avoid surprises.
Designed for Metro customers
Built for customers across the DMV and redesigned with your feedback, Metro Pulse gives you the information you need when you need it — helping you move through the region with less stress and more confidence.
Other things to know
Logging in
You don't have to log in to save favorites or adjust your preferences, but if you do log in you can keep those settings even if you switch devices.
Customize your experience
Under Settings, you can choose what screen the app opens to, what language it's in, and your default trip planning preferences.
Metro service data
Details of rail and bus performance is still available in the web version of Metro Pulse.