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Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker on Windows Pc

Developed By: Tamer Barsbay

License: Free

Rating: 4,4/5 - 252 votes

Last Updated: August 05, 2026

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version	2.7.0
Size	9.5 MB
Release Date	June 25, 24
Category	Maps & Navigation Apps
App Permissions: Allows applications to open network sockets. [see more (5)]
What's New: Big update here! Finally updated the list of all routes and stops (I know many were missing). Also gave a visual refresh across the app. Some users may have to... [see more]
Description from Developer: Depot is the fastest, most reliable CTA bus tracker and train tracker for Chicago. Get real-time arrivals for every Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus stop and train station: trac... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker and install on Windows PC. Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker is free Maps & Navigation app, developed by Tamer Barsbay. Latest version of Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker is 2.7.0, was released on 2024-06-25 (updated on 2026-08-05). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 10,000. Overall rating of Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker is 4,4. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 252 users, 170 users had rated it 5*, 12 users had rated it 1*.

How to install Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker on Windows?

Instruction on how to install Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Install using BlueStacks
Install using NoxPlayer

Step By Step Guide To Install Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker using BlueStacks

Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
Once installed, click "Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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Download older versions

Other versions available: 2.7.0 , 2.6.3.

Download Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker 2.7.0 on Windows PC – 9.5 MB

Download Depot: Chicago CTA Tracker 2.6.3 on Windows PC – 6.6 MB

Depot is the fastest, most reliable CTA bus tracker and train tracker for Chicago. Get real-time arrivals for every Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus stop and train station: track arrival times live in your notifications, add home screen widgets, set destination alarms, and more with no ads or paywalls in the way. Built for daily Chicago commuters, occasional riders, and out-of-towners alike.

WHAT YOU CAN DO
• See live arrival times and scheduled departures for every CTA bus stop and train station
• Track any bus or train live on the map, stop by stop
• Set a destination alarm — Depot buzzes your phone when your stop is coming up
• Add a home screen widget for arrivals at a glance
• Save your favorite stops and organize them into custom groups
* See nearby CTA stops on a map so you're never lost wherever you are
• Get service alerts and see active detours in real time

HOME SCREEN WIDGETS
Pick from multiple widget sizes with a range of background colors. Tap to refresh. No need to open the app just to see when the next train is coming.

DESTINATION ALARMS
Ride confidently, even on unfamiliar routes. Pick where you're getting off, choose how far out you want to be notified, and Depot will buzz you before your stop. Read, nap, or zone out without stressing about missing it.

TRACK ARRIVALS LIVE IN YOUR NOTIFICATIONS
Long wait? Enable Active Tracking and Depot will keep live arrival times updated in your notification bar for a set amount of time - check without unlocking your phone.

SAVED STOPS
Save the stops you use most and organize them into groups like Home, Work, or Weekend. Rename them, reorder them, or move stops between groups any time.

MAP SEARCH
Search any Chicago address or place to see nearby transit options.

BUILT FOR CHICAGO
Depot was made by a fellow CTA rider. Feedback and feature requests go straight to a real person.

FREE WITH NO ADS
All features are 100% free. No ads. No premium tier. No subscriptions.

DIVVY TRACKING
Divvy tracking has been temporarily disabled but will be re-added soon!

All transit data comes directly from the Chicago Transit Authority.

Big update here! Finally updated the list of all routes and stops (I know many were missing). Also gave a visual refresh across the app. Some users may have to set up their widgets or saved stops again as a result of some data migrations.

Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows an app to access approximate location.
Allows an app to access precise location.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.