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MVGO App Adds Live GPS Tracking for Munich Buses and Trams

MVG says the new view complements minute-based forecasts to give riders clearer, more reliable information.

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Overview

  • The feature is live in MVGO when users select a specific departure, opening a map with the vehicle’s current position.
  • A line-band displays stops already passed and upcoming stops for the chosen bus or tram.
  • Departures with live tracking are marked by a small signal icon next to the line number in the app.
  • MVG is limiting the initial rollout to buses and trams to prioritize data quality.
  • Planned next steps include integrating live positions into connection searches and adding S‑Bahn and regional buses, while U‑Bahn tracking is not feasible under current technical conditions.