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  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 22, 2015
  • March 31, 2026

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Purchase and utilize VRE commuter rail tickets and passes directly from your smartphone. This app allows for instant ticket buying and storage, with the option to use WMATA SmartBenefits® for purchases.

Buy and use tickets instantly
Store multiple tickets
Secure debit/credit card registration
Use WMATA SmartBenefits®
Use Reduced Fare account
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4.4.2

March 31, 2026

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Pure Garbage

Spending half an hour trying to form an account and paying for a ticket is ridiculous.

I would say that the app so clunky and ugly it looks like a sugared up grade schooler created it with dull crayons … but I don’t want to insult the grade schoolers who could do a better job than this.

Screen time out is annoying

So, the normal process is that you activate a ticket on the platform and then show the ticket when asked about 10 minutes later. The issue is the app has a timeout that is just about that time frame and you have to normally go back to the tickets tab and click show ticket again. The ticket is valid for two hours so the time out should be at least two hours or should match the validation. It’s also a security concern that the app ask for camera access but nothing in the process requires camera access
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Decent on phone, tablet a different story

Constantly crashes on my iPad. Ticketing works well on my phone, but I can’t check schedules or train status on my iPad even after reinstalling it. Worthless, so I removed it

Difficulty in poor signal areas

The app seems to require an internet connection to display a ticket. These tickets should be stored on the phone. The conductors on the Manassas line have a habit of asking for tickets when the train is at a dead stop in a cell signal dead zone before Alexandria

makes the process easy but it could be better

The app opens the camera but they have not yet implemented QR codes on the trains to register your seat. So, it’s a bit cart before the horse. The app’s trains status does not remember the last station or even my favorite stations (I only use two of the 19). Otherwise, I’m a big fan of both the app and the VRE!
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Inability to purchase tickets

Bug

Incorrect ticket information

Bug

Unreliable ticket validation

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Offline ticket storage

Feature

Real-time train status updates

Feature

Customizable app settings

Feature

Ticket expiration reminders

Feature

FAQ

What does the VRE Mobile app do?

The VRE Mobile app allows you to purchase and use VRE commuter rail tickets and passes directly from your smartphone. You can buy tickets anytime, anywhere, and store them on your phone for future use.

How do I pay for tickets?

You can purchase tickets and passes using a registered debit/credit card or your WMATA SmartBenefits® account. The app features a secure system for registering your payment methods.

Is the app free to download?

Yes, the VRE Mobile app is free to download. There are no upfront costs to get the application itself.

Can I use this app for reduced fares?

Yes, the app supports the use of your approved Reduced Fare account. This allows eligible users to purchase tickets at discounted rates through the app.

What are the benefits of using this app?

The primary benefit is the convenience of buying and using tickets instantly from your smartphone, eliminating the need for physical tickets. You can also store multiple tickets for future travel and utilize payment methods like WMATA SmartBenefits®.