# MCard Mobile

> Mobile ticketing for West Yorkshire bus and rail travel. (iPhone/iPad app by Yorcard Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mcard-mobile/id1520155059 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Yorcard Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448376244)
- Category: Travel, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 81 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 52 MB
- Released: 2020-09-28
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mcard-mobile/id1520155059/reviews.md

## What is MCard Mobile?

Buy daily, weekly or monthly bus and rail tickets for adults, children, students and young people. 
Available 24/7, tickets appear in your phone, so no need for a smartcard or cash any more.

All MCard tickets are accepted on all operator services in West Yorkshire, including First, Arriva, and Transdev.

If you buy a discounted Under 19 or 19-25 or Student ticket, you may be asked for proof of eligibility when you travel. You can show your Under 16, 16-18, 19-25 or Student PhotoCard or an NUS card, driver’s licence or passport. Mature full-time students need to show their 19-25 or Student PhotoCard.

For an easier way to get around West Yorkshire, get on board with MCard Mobile.

Happy travelling!

## Key features

- Daily, weekly, monthly ticket purchase
- Digital tickets on phone
- Accepted on all West Yorkshire operators
- Supports adult, child, student tickets
- 24/7 availability

## Recent user reviews (10 of 81)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mcard-mobile/id1520155059/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Fix offline usage.

*2026-06-06*

I get that verifying the tickets are valid and not duplicated or whatever is importance but rather than doing it every time I open the app, please do it once a week or in the background. If I open the so before bus gets here I get flagged as invalid if I wait till the bus arrives half the time I can’t load the ticket quick enough. To make it worse since 3G is gone there are so many more black spots and buses have sped giving free WiFi. I’ve had to walk miles to get signal on some darts, yet almost every day a girl/woman will get on the 576 bus say her phones dead and get a free trip. Like really. Double standards. I’ve paid yet no wonder travel is so expensive.

### 2/5 — Apple pay?

*2026-06-04*

Still no Apple Pay functionality. Even though this is a “new” version. Other bus ticket apps have this functionality,

Also due to slowness in iOS realising that the Wi-Fi has disconnected the tickets can hang on activation. Other bus ticket apps work without connectivity.

### 2/5 — Needs to be faster and top up with Apple Pay

*2026-05-12, version 20.02.16*

The app is too slow to launch and then activate or open a ticket. This is the primary purpose of this app. Optimising the number of seconds from app launch to QR code being on screen should be the primary goal of the developers behind this app as this can sometimes delay boarding the bus. Also, topping up the wallet needs to use Apple Pay. It’s frustrating to have to find a CVV number when it should be a single step with in-app Apple Pay. Also missing support for American Express.

### 1/5 — What happened?

*2026-04-15, version 20.02.16*

I changed to this app so I had a better range of buses I could use. Today I opened it and it had been “updated”. Now I can’t use it. Here I am at the stop, and I need my card to enter the CVV code. The card that is linked to ApplePay on this device. The card I don’t carry because I HAVE IT ON MY PHONE. Back to the first app

### 2/5 — Takes a long time to open

*2026-03-16*

Bought a monthly MCard, but quite often the app takes a while to load, or you have to close it down and try multiple times. Which often means holding up the bus or hoping the drivers will let you on and scan afterwards. Nearly been in a position where I’ve had to pay!

### 2/5 — Barely updated

*2026-02-26, version 20.02.16*

You have to try entering your card details over 10 times just to pay for a ticket it rarely works

### 1/5 — Tickets only load with perfect signal or if you enable airplane mode

*2026-01-30*

Tickets only work if you have absolutely perfect service or have it disabled. Completely useless, if your ticket doesn’t work you’re let on for free anyway; the money saved by not fixing your app is spent on free tickets for riders.

### 2/5 — Functional but Rudimentary

*2026-01-25*

The basic function of buying and scanning tickets is fine but the app overall is very rudimentary, both functionally and visually. The Moovit implementation is very surface level but at least it’s ad free.

I would hope this app will be rebuilt from the ground up or replaced entirely to support full live tracked journey planning and E-tickets when the ‘Weaver Network’ starts to roll out.

### 1/5 — Loading Issues

*2026-01-20*

Offline ticket viewing needs to be added immediately because not all areas in the city centre have access to full service. On multiple occasions now I have been forced to tap on when I have an expensive ticket already purchased because the app does not allow offline viewing. What is the point in spending £70+ on a monthly ticket if I cannot even load it to get home from work? Fix this ASAP because I should not have to spend extra money because the app will not load my ticket in time to get on the bus

### 3/5 — Good

*2025-12-22, version 20.02.16*

The app does its job. Lags lot though, unfortunately

## Frequently asked questions about MCard Mobile

### What can I do with the MCard Mobile app?

The app allows you to purchase daily, weekly, or monthly bus and rail tickets for adults, children, students, and young people. Your tickets are stored digitally on your phone, eliminating the need for physical smartcards or cash.

### Where are the tickets purchased through this app valid?

All tickets bought via the MCard Mobile app are accepted on all operator services within West Yorkshire. This includes major providers like First, Arriva, and Transdev.

### Do I need to carry any proof for discounted tickets?

Yes, if you purchase a discounted ticket (Under 19, 19-25, or Student), you may be asked to show proof of eligibility while traveling. Accepted forms of proof include your relevant PhotoCard, an NUS card, a driver's license, or a passport.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. The monetization model is 'free', meaning you only pay for the bus and rail tickets you purchase through the application.

### What are the benefits of using this app for travel?

Using the app provides a convenient and accessible way to manage your public transport tickets in West Yorkshire. Tickets are available 24/7 directly on your phone, saving you the hassle of carrying cash or smartcards and ensuring quick boarding on all participating services.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 20.04.10 — 2026-08-26

New features and enhancements.

### 20.04.02 — 2026-08-09

Lots of new features and enhancements.

### 20.03.30 — 2026-07-02

Lots of new features and enhancements

### 20.03.29 — 2026-06-02

Lots of new features and enhancements.

### 20.02.16 — 2025-05-13

Various enhancements and fixes.

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