# VTA EZfare > Mobile ticketing app for purchasing and using transit fares and passes. (iPhone/iPad app by SANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vta-ezfare/id1289964194 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [SANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1289964193) - Category: Travel - Price: Free - Rating: 4.90/5 from 1,339 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 31 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2017-11-01 - Data updated: 2026-08-06 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vta-ezfare/id1289964194/reviews.md ## What is VTA EZfare? The official mobile ticketing app from The Valley Transportation Authority! The VTA EZfare app lets you purchase and use fares and passes instantly on your phone—anywhere, anytime. Just download the free app, register your debit/credit card or PayPal account in our secure system, and you're ready to go.   WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS APP: • No paper fares to keep track of. • No need to carry cash, count exact change, or find a ticket machine. • Buy and use fares instantly using a debit/credit card or your PayPal account. • Store multiple tickets on your phone for future use.  • Pay a single fare or multiple fares for a group of riders. • Register your debit/credit card(s) in our secure system. • Purchase tickets on your phone or on any computer via our website.   HOW IT WORKS: 1. Choose rider type 2. Choose fare 3. Choose quantity 4. Check out COMMON QUESTIONS: Q: Do I need to be connected to the Internet? A cellular network or a wireless Internet connection is required to purchase tickets, but you can use/activate your tickets offline. Q: What if my battery dies? Just like with paper tickets, you're responsible for making sure you have a valid fare at all times, so be sure to plan ahead! IMPORTANT REMINDERS: • Don't uninstall the VTA EZfare app or erase your phone without transferring your unused tickets first. Your tickets are stored on your phone (which makes it possible to use them without a cellular network or a wireless Internet connection), so uninstalling the app can permanently erase your tickets! • Activate your ticket before boarding. • Show your ticket to the operator of the vehicle • Watch your battery level! Just like with paper tickets, you're responsible for making sure you have a valid fare at all times. • Create an account before purchasing tickets, as this is the only way you can transfer your unused tickets if you get a new phone. (Note: Only unused tickets can be transferred. Use up any activated tickets before switching phones.) ## Key features - Instant fare and pass purchase - Digital ticket storage - Offline ticket usage - Group fare payment - Secure payment registration - Website ticket purchase option ## Recent user reviews (10 of 20) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vta-ezfare/id1289964194/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Bless *2021-08-12* Bless to all the VTA workers and families during this time. ### 2/5 — No schedule or trip planning *2021-05-21* To make this app worthwhile it should have the schedules and trip planning. I need to take VTA light rail into downtown. I’ve been directed to three apps so far. It’s shouldn’t be difficult. As a kid I knew the entire SanTrans bus schedule on the Penninsula. I’ve live in the South Bay for 22 years. Still can’t get an easy to read schedule. Apple Maps did a better job of informing me, then I could backtrack on the app. The app either shows the images of routes. Or the map. But not both together. If you’re not familiar with the stops you have no idea which stop is near your destination. ### 5/5 — EZ Pay *2020-10-18* Easy to buy either a single or multiple tickets, without needing cash. ### 5/5 — Gilroy to San Jose 168 express rocks! *2020-09-03* Love the easy pay app and the bus ride is clean and cozy! Thanks for getting me to work on time ! ### 2/5 — Ticket type not showing *2020-06-26* Cannot book ticket as ticket type is not showing... Missed the bus because of it :( ### 1/5 — Don’t buy through the app *2020-01-22* Bought tickets through the app. After the 49ers game the app wouldn’t open for some reason, and the fine guards on duty after the game wouldn’t let me through. Not a big deal to lose $5 just highly inconvenient to have to hunt down a ticket location. Lesson learned that VTA doesn’t do tech. :( ### 5/5 — Convenient *2020-01-03* Very convenient. Use more that a car to avoid traffic. Inexpensive. ### 2/5 — Not user friendly *2019-11-05* Poor layout. The trip planner portion is impossible to use. Not useful at all. CA is abysmal at mass transit. Tried to plan ride from Milpitas to Levi’s stadium. I know there’s one at great mall but I-880 stop may be easier. Unable to find times the trains run. ### 1/5 — won’t work *2019-09-12* i’m so annoyed. the app keeps saying that there’s a problem accessing the app due to an unknown error, and to uninstall and reinstall. i’ve done this about 6 times and it hasn’t made a difference. i have a good signal and have used both wifi and mobile data and still nothing changes. all other apps i’ve downloaded today have no issue. now i gotta pay double fare bc i don’t get the free transfers. ### 1/5 — Frustrating!! *2019-08-29* It’s ridiculous that one has to download the app just purchase a bus fair ticket! Not everyone likes to use their phone for everything and use their bank card! And whats the point of those machines at the light rail station if you cannot purchase a bus ticket?! ## Frequently asked questions about VTA EZfare ### Does VTA EZfare have ads? VTA EZfare does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions. ### How do I transfer tickets if I get a new phone? To transfer unused tickets to a new phone, you must create an account before purchasing tickets. This account is the only way to transfer your tickets. Only unused tickets can be transferred; activated tickets must be used before switching devices. ### Can I use VTA EZfare tickets offline? Yes, you can use and activate your tickets offline. However, a cellular network or wireless internet connection is required to purchase tickets initially. ### What payment methods does VTA EZfare accept? VTA EZfare allows you to register and use a debit/credit card or your PayPal account for fare purchases. Your payment information is stored securely within the system. ### What happens if my phone battery dies? Similar to paper tickets, you are responsible for ensuring you have a valid fare at all times. It is important to monitor your phone's battery level and plan accordingly to avoid issues. ### How often is VTA EZfare updated? The latest version of VTA EZfare is 3.19.7807, which was last updated on July 15, 2021. Updates typically address bug fixes and performance improvements. ### Is VTA EZfare available on Android devices? VTA EZfare is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. The app is designed for iOS operating systems. ### What is the age rating for VTA EZfare? VTA EZfare has an age rating of 4+. This indicates that the app is suitable for users aged 4 and older. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.19.7807 — 2021-07-15 Bug fixes and performance improvements ### 3.16.7374 — 2020-09-14 Bug fixes and performance improvements ### 3.13.6722 — 2020-01-22 Performance improvements and bug fixes. ### 3.13.6410 — 2019-11-20 Performance improvements and bug fixes. ### 3.12.5516 — 2019-07-08 Performance improvements and bug fixes. ## More apps by SANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY - [VTA Real Time](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vta-real-time/id1623627825) - [VTA GoACCESS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vta-goaccess/id6747906817) - [VTA In The Loop](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vta-in-the-loop/id6761728651) All apps by SANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY: https://appshunter.io/developer/1289964193 ## Related topics [vta access](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/vta-access) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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