My Expressway vs Translink mLink
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
My Expressway
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Planning a trip can be overwhelming, but with the new Expressway app, we've made it easier than ever. Our app is a user-friendly travel app that helps users plan their trips efficiently. Here's how Expressway can make your travel experience a breeze. Easy Trip Planning: Whether you're a frequent traveller or planning a one-time trip, our app makes it easier to plan your travel and manage bookings, all at your fingertips. Route Optimization: Trust us to find the most efficient routes for your journey, saving you valuable time and ensuring a stress-free travel experience. Easy access to tickets: Once you have purchased your ticket, you can easily access it through the app and scan the QR code while boarding the coach. Real-Time Updates: Stay informed and in control with our real-time updates and notifications that provide you with vital travel information. Imagine the freedom and peace of mind when your trips are effortlessly organised and managed! Download the Expressway app now and experience the benefits it brings to your journeys.
Translink mLink
Purchase and use public transport tickets directly from your mobile device. This app allows you to buy various ticket types for multiple transit services, simplifying your travel experience.
- Mobile ticket purchase
- Weekly, Monthly, and Day tickets
- NI Railways, Metro/Glider support
- Airport Express 300
- Refund and Delay Repay information
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The quicker and easier way to travel with Translink. Buy, receive & use your tickets via your mobile. You can buy your Weekly, Monthly, 3 Day Flexi and new 1 Day Peak and 1 Day Off-Peak tickets using your mobile phone. You can purchase NI Railways, Metro/Glider, Foyle Metro, yLink and 24+, Airport Express 300, Goldline services (within Northern Ireland), selected Ulsterbus and urby tickets. Full details of ticket validities, what to do if your phone is lost, stolen, damaged or faulty, how to apply for a Refund, how to make a claim under our Delay Repay scheme, further information and full Terms & Conditions can be found at www.translink.co.uk/mLink
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Translink mLink at fortnightly against My Expressway's every 2 months. Translink mLink also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
My Expressway ships an update every 2 months, Translink mLink fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | My Expressway | Translink mLink |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 1.5 (8 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 2.1% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 8 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Bus Éireann | Corethree Ltd. |
Bugs and requests
My Expressway
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Translink mLink
Reported bugs
5 issues- Constant log-outs
- Tickets disappearing
- Crashes when selecting destination
- Basket validation errors when purchasing
- Password reset emails not being received
Requested features
4 requests- Add 'Add to Apple Wallet' button
- Remember last route when buying tickets
- Ability to buy tickets for multiple people
- Integrate ticket purchasing into main app
In-app purchases
My Expressway
No in-app purchases
Translink mLink
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is My Expressway free?
Is Translink mLink free?
Do My Expressway or Translink mLink have ads?
Which is updated more often, My Expressway or Translink mLink?
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