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Caltrain Mobile

Caltrain Mobile

by Caltrain

8.3K ratings
113 reviews
🔧 Utilities
✈️ Travel

Archived App (Last seen on 27 Oct 2025)

This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 7, 2018
  • June 30, 2025

Features

Developer

Caltrain
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About

Purchase and use train fares directly from your phone. Avoid paper tickets and cash by registering a payment method to buy single or group fares instantly. Activated tickets can be used offline.

✓Instant fare purchase
✓Use fares on your phone
✓No paper tickets needed
✓Pay with debit/credit or PayPal
✓Purchase multiple fares
✓Offline ticket usage
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Caltrain Mobile. Based on 8.3K reviews and a 4.7/5 average, it highlights the 4 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Travel app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Convenient ticket purchasing
  • 👍Easy to use interface
  • 🚂Helpful for commuters
  • 💳Supports Apple Pay

Negative things

  • 🐛App crashes/freezes frequently
  • 🔌Unreliable connectivity
  • 📆Tickets activate immediately instead of on usage
  • 🗺️Lacking schedule/route information
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What's New in Caltrain Mobile

3.21.8477

June 30, 2025

• Bug fixes, and performance improvements

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

I use the Caltrain App everyday!!

I’m so sad the app is going to be retired! I use it everyday for my commute, so easy and quick😢😢
HhxhejekHhxhejek

Helpful Train Ticketing App

This was super useful and convenient during my San Fran trips. Thanks!
haloVhaloV

App being retired 10/25

The app is okay but it’s going away soon. Also, it’s more expensive to buy a ticket using this app than using the clippercard app.
Sparky415Sparky415

Easy to use

My first time to buy tickets from the App, easy to use, add payments, buy tickets. No complain at all. I love the thing that I don't need to remember to clip off when getting off, if I use clipper card.
AtomHustAtomHust

Moronic app

The app is OK but it is stupid that any ticket you buy goes into effect immediately. So basically you cannot buy a ticket in advance. But the app does not tell you that the ticket will be in use immediately. It's only $20 but how stupid.
PapusakPapusak
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

App gets stuck on loading screen

Bug

Purchased tickets not showing in app

Bug

Inconsistent ticket activation

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Integrate with Clipper card

Feature

Allow purchasing tickets in advance

Feature

Add parking payment option

Feature

Improve live schedule updates

Feature

FAQ

How do I buy tickets with the Caltrain Mobile app?

To buy tickets, you'll need to download the free app and register a debit/credit card or PayPal account. Then, choose your rider type, origin and destination stations, fare, quantity, and proceed to checkout.

Can I use my tickets if I don't have an internet connection?

Yes, you can use your activated tickets offline. However, an internet connection is required to purchase tickets initially.

What happens if my phone's battery dies?

You are responsible for ensuring you have a valid fare at all times, just like with paper tickets. It's important to monitor your battery level and plan accordingly.

What is the cost of the Caltrain Mobile app?

The Caltrain Mobile app itself is free to download and use. You will only pay for the train fares you purchase through the app.

What happens if I uninstall the app with active tickets?

Do not uninstall the Caltrain Mobile app or erase your phone while you have active tickets. Your tickets are stored on your phone, and uninstalling the app can permanently erase them.