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  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 19, 2015
  • July 15, 2026

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Manage your public transit fares and tickets for Chicago's CTA, Metra, and Pace services. Load value, buy Metra mobile tickets, and access real-time arrival information all in one place. Add your Ventra Card to your iPhone for seamless travel.

Manage Ventra Card balance and passes
Load value and passes to Ventra Card
Buy Metra mobile tickets
Real-time CTA, Metra, Pace arrivals
Add Ventra Card to Apple Wallet
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What's New in Ventra

2.2.16

July 15, 2026

This update improves the app's security and reliability, including, new rider class access for United Airlines employees, and several performance fixes.

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Top Free

📈 48+1

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This app rose +1 position in Travel chart.

Last updated on August 28, 2026.

User reviews

Garbage App

It does not work on my iPhone 16e. Repeatedly attempts to activate failed. The app froze.

Too many bugs to count

Payment receipt emails aren’t sent ~50% of the time. App crashes, payment attempts inconsistently fail, account randomly gets logged out - this isn’t a functional app. Chicago needs to give the contract to an actual tech company who knows how to maintain production software. This should be such a straightforward mobile app to develop.
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Cant Purchase

cannot tap purchase button bc its too short and sits too low on the view. needs to sit above the safearea

Regional Pass Non-Obvious

The clunky interface did not surface the Regional Transit pass. I bought the pass that did not include Metra and had to purchase Metra on top of that. The really need to get a user interface expert to help them redesign the user interface and make it both easier to use and easier to find what one needs.
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Continuous server errors

About the worst app I’ve used. Constantly getting server errors. Yet going to website works. But I can’t buy a Metra ticket on the website. Says I have to go to the app. God I hope the new NITA gets rid of Ventra. Just about every other system I use domestically and internationally works much better.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Purchase button not working on iPhones

Bug

Favorites list glitches and resets

Bug

Inconsistent and unreliable ticket display

Bug

Frequent app crashes and login issues

Bug

Payment processing failures and lost funds

Bug

Requested Features

5 requests

Add ability to manage Ventra cards and balances

Feature

Improve real-time transit tracking and notifications

Feature

Allow saving of favorite routes and stations

Feature

Integrate with Apple Wallet for easier access

Feature

Provide more transparent and user-friendly payment options

Feature

FAQ

What can I do with the Ventra app?

The Ventra app allows you to manage your public transit fares for CTA, Metra, and Pace in Chicago. You can check your Ventra Card balance, load value or passes, and purchase Metra mobile tickets directly through the app. It also provides real-time arrival and departure information for all three transit agencies.

How do I pay for fares with the Ventra app?

You can pay for CTA and Pace fares by loading value or passes onto your Ventra Card, which can then be managed and topped up through the app. For Metra trains, you can buy mobile tickets directly within the app using the transit value you've loaded onto your Ventra account.

Is the Ventra app free to use?

Yes, the Ventra app is free to download and use. There are no upfront costs to access its features for managing your transit accounts and purchasing tickets.

What transit systems does the Ventra app support?

The Ventra app supports transit services in and around Chicago, specifically the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) for buses and trains, Metra for commuter rail, and Pace for suburban bus services.

Can I add my Ventra Card to my phone?

Yes, you can add your Ventra Card to your iPhone and Apple Wallet through the Ventra app. This allows for convenient access and management of your transit card directly from your mobile device.