Ventra

Editor's Review

Navigating public transportation in Chicago just got a whole lot easier with the Ventra app! 🥳 Whether you're commuting on CTA, hopping on a Metra train, or taking a Pace bus, Ventra is your all-in-one solution for managing and paying your fares. Say goodbye to long lines and fumbling for cash – the Ventra app brings all the features you love from the Ventra website, plus exciting new additions like mobile ticketing for Metra trains, right to your fingertips! 📱

With the Ventra app, you can effortlessly check your balance and available passes in your Ventra Card's transit account. 💰 Need to add more funds? Instantly load value or passes directly to your card. You can even switch autoload on and off for transit value or passes, giving you complete control over your spending. 🎛️

Metra riders, rejoice! 🎉 The Ventra app allows you to buy and use Metra mobile tickets to ride any Metra train. You can even use transit value you've loaded to purchase your Metra ticket, making your commute smoother than ever before. Plus, real-time account notifications keep you in the loop, so you'll always know when it's time to load more fare or buy more tickets. 🔔

Stay informed with real-time arrival and departure information from CTA, Metra, and Pace, all conveniently located in one app. Simply pick a stop, set your favorites, or let the app find service near you. 📍 Ventra provides the information you need to make your transit experience hassle-free. Download the Ventra app today and experience the future of public transportation in Chicago! 🌆

Features

• Check Ventra Card balance and passes

• Instantly load value or passes

• Toggle autoload for transit value/passes

• Buy and use Metra mobile tickets

• Use transit value for Metra tickets

• Real-time account notifications

• Real-time arrival/departure info for CTA, Metra, Pace

• Quick access to favorite stops

• Service updates based on location

Pros

• Manage fares for CTA, Metra, and Pace

• Real-time arrival/departure information

• Convenient mobile ticketing for Metra

• Instant balance checks and reloads

• Real-time account notifications

Cons

• Potential technical issues or glitches

• Reliance on a smartphone and internet