# RuterBillett — Buy tickets - as easy as 1-2-3

> Mobile app for purchasing public transport tickets in Oslo and Akershus. (iPhone/iPad app by Ruter AS.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruterbillett/id581486486 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ruter AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/581486549)
- Category: Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.61/5 from 77 App Store ratings · 61 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.4 · 37 MB
- Languages: Danish, English, Norwegian Bokmål, Swedish
- Released: 2012-12-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruterbillett/id581486486/reviews.md

## What is RuterBillett?

Buy your tickets – as easy as 1-2-3. 

Ruter’s mobile app lets you buy your ticket before you get on board. The ticket is valid on the Metro, buses, trams, ferries and trains in Oslo and Akershus.

Quick purchases options are based on your previous purchases and issue you a new ticket in just two easy stages.

You can buy a ticket just for yourself or for a group travelling together.

You can buy tickets in advance, and you can change the start time for your ticket.

For additional security, you can change the fare limit for which a password is required when buying tickets.

Your receipt will be sent via e-mail.

RuterBillett requests access permission to the following functions: 

* Location/tracking:
Used in connection with ticket purchases so that RuterBillett can automatically suggest a ticket based on the zone in which you are located. You can still purchase a ticket even if the location function is turned off, but you must manually enter the stop or station from which the ticket will apply.

*Notifications:
A push notification is used during ticket transfer in order to update a ticket's status. You can still purchase a ticket even if the notification function is turned off.

*Background updates:
Used at night when updating your control code and today's picture so that next day you always have the valid code and picture ready for a ticket inspection. You can still purchase a ticket even if the background update function is turned off.

*Use of mobile data:
Used when communicating with Ruter's systems during ticket purchases. If the app's access to mobile data is blocked, you can only buy a ticket if you have access to a wireless network (Wi-Fi). You must also have network access in order to display the control code and today's picture during a ticket inspection.

If you want to block access, you can do so from your phone on RuterBillett's "Settings" page.


www.ruter.no

www.ruter.no/kontakt

## Key features

- Buy tickets for Metro, buses, trams, ferries, trains
- Quick purchase options
- Tickets for individuals or groups
- Purchase tickets in advance
- Change ticket start time
- Email receipts
- Location-based ticket suggestions

## Recent user reviews (10 of 61)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruterbillett/id581486486/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No longer usable

*2024-06-22*

I wasted international data to download this app only to see a message saying it can no longer be used. They should remove it from the App Store. The correct app is just called Ruter.

### 1/5 — Functions, no payment issues but critique of ticketing policy.

*2020-04-30*

No issues with payment, used a US Barclays Mastercard in Apple Pay. I'm annoyed that one can no longer purchase 'billetter for ekstra soner' or 'additional zone tickets' for non-app tickets. I prefer having physical tickets in case my phone dies, however I got on the boat to Nesoddtangen and realised it wasn't covered by my existing tickets, so I purchased some in the app. This is no longer possible with these updates and now I would have to find a ticket machine to add on the supplements.

### 4/5 — Use PayPal

*2019-10-21*

It works if you use PayPal. It doesn’t have to be linked your debit card. 

A little one liner for tourists to try using PayPal would be helpful. Maybe in the error message.

### 1/5 — It doesn’t accept the credit cards

*2019-09-30, version 6.3*

Does not accept any of my Visa or MasterCards. I tried several times. So what’s the point, developers?

### 1/5 — Won’t accept credit cards

*2019-09-22, version 6.3*

Won’t accept credit cards not from Europe. Considering Oslo is trying to be a international city this is a pretty major flaw.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2019-09-01, version 6.3*

The other reviews are correct.  Doesn’t work properly with ApplePay and can’t input other payment methods.  Burn this app and start over please.

### 5/5 — Good!

*2019-08-19*

Good for getting tickets!!

### 1/5 — Did not take Pay Pal/Apple Pay/All cards

*2019-08-19, version 6.3*

Contrary to the positive reviews below, the app did not take my pay pal, Apple Pay, and any of my cards. We ended up driving to Oslo and paying the ridiculous cost for parking.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work w US card, Apple Pay or Paypal

*2019-08-11, version 6.3*

Useless

### 5/5 — Works With Apple Pay

*2019-07-18*

I see many of the reviews note the inability to pay using North American credit cards. It has been working for me with Apple Pay.

## Frequently asked questions about RuterBillett

### What can I do with the RuterBillett app?

The app allows you to easily purchase tickets for public transport in Oslo and Akershus, including the Metro, buses, trams, ferries, and trains. You can buy tickets for yourself or for a group, purchase them in advance, and even change the start time of your ticket.

### How do I buy a ticket?

Purchasing a ticket is designed to be quick and easy. The app offers quick purchase options based on your previous buys, allowing you to issue a new ticket in just two stages. You can also buy tickets in advance and specify a start time.

### Is the app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating it is a free service for purchasing tickets.

### What permissions does the app require?

The app requests permissions for location/tracking to suggest tickets based on your zone, notifications for ticket status updates, background updates for control codes, and mobile data for communication with Ruter's systems. You can still purchase tickets if some of these functions are turned off, but manual input may be required.

### Can I buy tickets for others?

Yes, you can buy a ticket for yourself or for a group traveling together. This feature makes it convenient for families or friends planning to travel on public transport.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.14.13 — 2024-02-16

Bug fixes and improvements

### 6.14.12 — 2023-07-06

Bug fixes and improvements

### 6.14.11 — 2023-05-24

Bug fixes and improvements

### 6.14.10 — 2023-04-17

Bug fixes and improvements

### 6.14.9 — 2022-12-02

Bug fixes and improvements

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