The Citymapper public transport app can now be used throughout the Netherlands. In the app you plan a trip by train, bus or metro. Time for a review.
Citymapper: now available throughout the Netherlands
The Citymapper app has been around for a while. Previously, however, you could only use it within the Randstad. After the latest update, the app is now available throughout the Netherlands. The app describes itself as ‘the chill public transport app’ and that is actually true. Citymapper immediately gives you everything you need. You open on the map, where you can see all the modes of transportation in your area.
Ideal for traveling between home and work
If you go by train, you can check the recent train times and status when you click on the nearest station on the map. Do you travel on the same route every day, for example to and from work? Then enter the address of your work and your home address.
You do this by tapping the briefcase icon with ‘Work’ under it. Enter the address and tap the check mark. You set your home location by tapping ‘I want to go home’. If you tap on ‘Work’ or ‘I want to go home’ in the future, Citymapper will immediately give you travel advice for that moment.
The app is ideal for commuters, as Citymapper displays your morning and evening journey on the home screen. This way you don’t have to search for the same trip every time and you can still see all current times immediately.
All public transport options
Citymapper shows current times not only for the NS. Also the bus, metro, tram and even the ferry is present. If you have to cycle a bit, this will also be indicated in your route. Taxi services and shared bicycles and scooters are also given as route options. Of course, this only works if you have your location turned on, so it is advisable to give the app permission for this.
Watch app
If you have an Apple Watch, it is made even easier for you. Citymapper has a custom Watch app that guides you step by step on your journey. Here is how long you have to walk, or how long you have to wait for your train. By pressing the ‘home’ or ‘work’ button, Citymapper sends you directly on the road.
The app is also internationally known: the app is easy to use in major cities such as London and Paris. The application is also very useful in America: cities such as New York, Boston and Chicago are on the map in Citymapper.
More travel apps
Citymapper may remind you of 9292, the well-known public transport app that recently received a major update. If you prefer to stick to the trusted NS app, read on iPhoned a number of practical tips for the NS Travel Planner. Are you on vacation, or are you over your data limit? Then there are also many offline navigation apps that you can use. We list the 6 best offline navigation apps for you.