Bee Network

Bee Network

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Bee Network: Your All-in-One Travel Companion for Greater Manchester

Track buses live on the map, buy tickets with Apple or Google Pay, and plan your journey across bus, tram, and train. Every journey, every day.

Publisher

Transport for Greater Manchester

Category

Travel

Downloads

848K+

User Rating

3.4/5

Total Ratings

2K+

Locales

1

Your Journey, Visualized

Discover the interface used by 848K+ users.

Bee Network mobile app showing live bus tracking and travel information in Manchester

Bee Network mobile app showing live bus tracking and travel information in Manchester

A smartphone displaying a digital 1-day Bee AnyBus ticket with a QR code in the Bee Network app

A smartphone displaying a digital 1-day Bee AnyBus ticket with a QR code in the Bee Network app

Bee Network app displaying a map of Manchester with nearby bus stops and route numbers

Bee Network app displaying a map of Manchester with nearby bus stops and route numbers

Bee Network app interface showing live tram departure times for Cornbrook station in Greater Manchester

Bee Network app interface showing live tram departure times for Cornbrook station in Greater Manchester

Bee Network app screen showing live bus tracking on a map of Manchester

Bee Network app screen showing live bus tracking on a map of Manchester

Bee Network mobile app screen showing public transport route planning from St Peters Square to Manchester Royal Infirmary

Bee Network mobile app screen showing public transport route planning from St Peters Square to Manchester Royal Infirmary

A digital 7-day Bee AnyBus and Tram ticket with a QR code displayed on the Bee Network app screen for Greater Manchester travel.

A digital 7-day Bee AnyBus and Tram ticket with a QR code displayed on the Bee Network app screen for Greater Manchester travel.

Interface of the Bee Network app showing a survey form for users to rate their public transport journey in Greater Manchester.

Interface of the Bee Network app showing a survey form for users to rate their public transport journey in Greater Manchester.

Master Every Move Across Greater Manchester

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 848K+ users.

🚌

Real-Time Bus Tracking

Eliminate wait anxiety by seeing exactly where your bus is on a live map. Arrive at your stop just in time, every time.

🎫

Instant Mobile Ticketing

Skip the machines. Buy bus and tram tickets with Apple or Google Pay and display them directly on your phone for a paperless commute.

🗺️

All-in-One Journey Planning

Mix bus, tram, train, and cycling to find your perfect route. Get live departures and smart filters to stay ahead of the city's pulse.

Review Analysis

Insights from user reviews.

Sentiment Score

21%
Negative

Summary

The Bee Network app receives overwhelmingly negative feedback, primarily due to persistent issues with inaccurate bus and tram timings, unreliable live tracking, and frequent app glitches that lead to login problems and crashes. Users also express frustration over ticket purchasing complications, including unclear validity, incorrect charges, and the inability to access passes offline. While some users find the app easy and straightforward for general use or appreciate the concept of live tracking, these positive aspects are significantly overshadowed by widespread complaints about its core functionality and missing features like Apple Wallet integration and comprehensive service disruption information.

Common Themes

Inaccurate Timings & Tracking(21)
App Glitches & Unreliability(11)
Ticket Management Issues(11)
Missing or Inadequate Features(11)
User Interface & Experience(5)
Poor Customer Support(4)

About the app

Everything you need to know about Bee Network.

Description

Say yellow to the Bee Network app, brought to you by Transport for Greater Manchester. You can find your nearest stop, get live departure times, track your bus, plan a journey and buy and use tram tickets. Use the Bee Network app to: • Track bus live locations • Find your nearest stops and departure times, save your favourites for quick access • Plan your journey on public transport or by active travel • Buy and display tram, bus and multi modal tickets • View active, purchased and expired tickets • Rate your journey BUS TRACKING View the live locations of buses on a map and track them along the route to your stop. You can also see the locations of subsequent buses and where they are currently are on the route. LIVE TRAVEL UPDATES Get live departure times for bus, tram and train. Find your nearest stop, select it as a ‘favourite’ and stay updated. JOURNEY PLANNING You can plan public transport journeys on buses, trams and trains as well as active travel via cycling, cycle hire and walking. Filter results by travel mode or step-free access. Park and ride options are provided when available. We will let you know the right ticket for your journey and either give you the option to buy it in the app or provide you with pricing information and instructions for other retail channels. BUY, SAVE AND DISPLAY TICKETS FROM THE APP You can buy selected bus and tram tickets on the Bee Network app, including our new Bee AnyBus+Tram tickets and use the app to display or scan your ticket when boarding or for inspection. You can now pay easily with Apple Pay and Google Pay as well as the option to save your payment details, to make it quicker and easier when you’re buying your tickets. RATE YOUR JOURNEY Let us know about your bus and tram journeys in Greater Manchester. We will use your feedback to shape the Bee Network. For further information go to beenetwork.com Please note that you must have a valid ticket to travel on public transport otherwise you are liable for a Penalty Fare. If you are using the app to buy and display tickets for travel, make sure your phone has enough battery to display your ticket for the duration of your journey. Bee Network: Powered by Transport for Greater Manchester. Every journey. Every day.

Latest Version

1.6.1

Size

55.9 MB

First Released

Sep 14, 2023

Take Control of Your Commute with the Bee Network

Join thousands of Greater Manchester travelers using live tracking and effortless mobile ticketing. Download now to plan, pay, and go—all in one place.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Bee Network

What is the Bee Network app?

The Bee Network app, developed by Transport for Greater Manchester, provides live travel information, bus tracking, journey planning, and allows users to buy and display bus and tram tickets.

Can I track buses using the Bee Network app?

Yes, the Bee Network app allows users to view live locations of buses on a map and track them along their route, including subsequent buses.

How do I plan a journey with the Bee Network app?

Users can plan public transport journeys (buses, trams, trains) and active travel (cycling, walking) in the Bee Network app. Results are filterable by travel mode or step-free access.

Can I buy tickets in the Bee Network app?

Yes, the Bee Network app allows users to buy selected bus and tram tickets, including Bee AnyBus+Tram tickets, and display them for travel or inspection.

What payment methods does the Bee Network app accept for tickets?

The Bee Network app accepts Apple Pay and Google Pay for ticket purchases. Users also have the option to save their payment details for quicker transactions.

Does the Bee Network app provide live departure times?

Yes, the Bee Network app provides live departure times for bus, tram, and train services. Users can find their nearest stop and save favorites for quick access.

Can I provide feedback on my journey in the Bee Network app?

Yes, the Bee Network app features a 'Rate your journey' function allowing users to provide feedback on bus and tram journeys in Greater Manchester.

Where can I find my nearest stop using the Bee Network app?

The Bee Network app allows users to find their nearest bus or tram stop and view departure times. Users can also save stops as favorites.

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