City Transport Simulator®

Become a real driver and public transport manager in City Transport Simulator, the most immersive and complete bus & tram simulation yet! Drive highly detailled and licensed real-world buses and trams, build and customize your own transport company, plan routes and grow your network across a highly detailed European-inspired city.

Step into the cockpit of Europe’s most iconic real-world buses and trams, with unmatched attention to detail developed in close collaboration with real-world transport operators, making this the most authentic simulation experience to date.

Drive like a pro with:

• Precise real-world physics

• Authentic engine & ambient sounds

• Interactive cockpits with controls simulated

• Full keyboard, gamepad, joystick and steering wheel support (with preconfigured profiles for popular wheels)

• Full custom control mapping so you can play your way

Start your day like a real driver from the sidings station or central bus terminal and perform an authentic cold start, powering up your vehicle just like in the real world!

Step-by-step guidance can teach you how to power up and operate each vehicle properly, helping you ease into the most authentic transport simulation experience possible. Whether you're operating a classic tram or a modern articulated bus, this is a dream come true for vehicle simulation enthusiasts.

Build Your Own Network

Designing your own routes has never been easier. With the in-game Line Editor and Timetable Generator, you can create fully custom tram and bus lines across the city’s vast transport network in just a few clicks:

• Easily create your own routes for trams and buses by selecting stations along your desired path

• Use the built-in Timetable Generator to set precise intervals, pause times, start/end times, and vehicle density

• Assign vehicles to each line and let AI trams and buses follow your schedule in real time, just like a real network

• Monitor and optimize performance as your lines grow and adapt with the city’s needs

Career or Sandbox – Play Your Way

👨‍💼 Career Mode

Begin your journey as a small operation with limited resources.
Transport passengers, plan routes, maintain timetables, and earn XP to level up. Receive resources to create new lines, buy vehicles and unlock upgrades. Drive with precision and stay on time to increase passenger satisfaction and expand your network across the city.

🎮 Sandbox Mode

No stress. No rules. Just freedom.
Choose from up to 15 pre-made tram and bus lines or build your own.
Drive any vehicle, set your environment, and explore the city at your own pace.

Make It Yours – Deep Customization

You’re not just a driver — you’re the boss.

• Name your operation, city, stations, and routes

• Choose from 20 liveries and 100+ logos

• Pick between fictional and real-world station designs

• Your branding appears on vehicles, buildings, signage, and station announcements

• Station announcements are automatically generated, support multiple languages, and include through-line integration

• Station styles, routes, line colors, naming — fully up to you

AI trams and buses operate on your scheduled lines, running alongside your own vehicles in real time.

A Living, Breathing City

Navigate over 50km of routes and 80 unique stations in a richly detailed public transport network inspired by real cities in southern Germany. Drive through bustling open-world city centers, quiet suburbs, and scenic old towns — all with a full day/night cycle, dynamic passenger volumes, intelligent and licensed AI vehicles including Deutsche Bahn trains, DHL delivery vans, and stores like REWE, Tegut, MediaMarkt, Deutsche Post and more.

Play Your Way

Whether you’re a hardcore simulation enthusiast or a casual player, City Transport Simulator has you covered:

• Simulation Mode with full control over every button and system accurately modeled

• Easy Mode for relaxed driving and helpful tools

• Keyboard & Mouse, Full Gamepad, Joystick and Steering Wheel support (pre-configured for many wheels!)

• Fully customizable controls, including custom layouts for every input device

Built for Long-Term Support

City Transport Simulator is a deep, customizable simulation of public transport, made by enthusiasts for enthusiasts — and it’s only getting bigger. With ongoing updates, new vehicles, new cities, and more on the way.

Are you ready to take control of the city?