NFTA MetGo vs Trailways
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NFTA MetGo
This app simplifies public transit by allowing you to purchase fares and board buses and trains using a secure QR code. Load your account, generate a code, and tap to go for a hassle-free travel experience. Offers various fare options and fare capping for the best value.
- Account-based fare system
- Purchase fares via app
- Board with secure QR code
- Multiple payment options
- Variety of fare options
- Fare capping for best value
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MetGo is a convenient account-based fare system that revolutionizes your travel experience. With the MetGo app, you can easily purchase fares and seamlessly board buses and trains using a secure QRcode. No more waiting or searching for exact cash! Simply load your account, generate a unique QRcode, and “Tap and Go” to swiftly board the bus or train. MetGo offers a range of payment options, ensuring flexibility and convenience for every user. Explore a variety of fare options and choose the one that suits your needs, from single rides to monthly passes. Our app also provides fare capping, ensuring you’ll always get the best value. With MetGo , travel becomes hassle-free, efficient, and enjoyable!
Trailways
Book bus trips across the US and Canada with ease. Find flexible routing, transparent pricing, and enjoy comfortable amenities like Wi-Fi and charging ports. Earn rewards on every ride and access exclusive discounts.
- Flexible routing and stop selection
- Transparent and fixed pricing
- Earn rewards on every ride
- Free Wi-Fi and charging ports
- Real-time bus arrival updates
- Guaranteed seating
- 24/7 customer support
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Trailways: Bus Travel & Tickets Book your next trip in seconds. Reliable city-to-city travel across the US and Canada. Trailways is the most dependable way to book bus travel, connecting you to thousands of destinations across North America. Whether you're commuting state-to-state or planning a cross-border adventure into Canada, Trailways makes your journey seamless and affordable. PLAN YOUR TRIP YOUR WAY Refine your search to find the perfect ride. Customize your travel by selecting: • Pick-up & Drop-off: Choose specific stops and stations near you. • Flexible Routing: Filter by departure time, direct routes, or preferred carriers. • Transparent Pricing: Save more with our fixed-price options and "Saver Fares." WHY TRAVEL WITH TRAILWAYS? • Most Flexible Travel: Easy booking and flexible change options to fit your schedule. • Huge Savings: Access multi-ride TrailPasses and exclusive digital discounts. • Travel in Comfort: Enjoy free Wi-Fi, reclining leather seats, and individual device charging. • Real-Time Updates: Access live bus arrival times directly on your digital boarding pass. • Safe & Reliable: A hand-picked network of the most trusted carriers in the industry. DRIVEN REWARDS Make every mile count. Log in with your Driven Rewards account to: • Earn 5% back in points on every ride. • Redeem points for free trips and travel perks. • Access member-only deals and "Hot Deals" notifications. TOP FEATURES • Guaranteed Seating: Secure your spot the moment you book. • Go Paperless: Show your mobile boarding pass to the driver and jump on board. • Trip Notifications: Stay informed with alerts on gate changes and departures. • 24/7 Support: Access our customer care team whenever you need assistance. From the busy streets of New York to the scenic routes of the Midwest and the Canadian border, Trailways is ready to help you get there. Travel the trails, your way on Trailways!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: NFTA MetGo at 1.4 against Trailways's 1.0. NFTA MetGo also leads on ratings volume (115 vs 9) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.1). Trailways's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases 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.
NFTA MetGo holds the better App Store score, 1.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFTA MetGo has 115 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.
NFTA MetGo ships an update every 6 weeks, Trailways fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NFTA MetGo | Trailways |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.4 (115 ratings) — better | 1.0 (9 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 115 — better | 9 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 58 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NFTA | Trailways |
Customer experience
NFTA MetGo
Trailways
Bugs and requests
NFTA MetGo
Reported bugs
133 issues- Barcode randomly decides not to show up
- App lags too much
- Constantly logging users out
- Scanner not showing up
- Error Code 0 during peak hours
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- Login requests at every menu
- Does not accurately display funds
- App refuses pal riders
- App won't let me browse anything unless I put money in
- App immediately crashes on opening
- Says NOTIFICATION when trying to get on the bus
- Barcode never works correctly
- Holding up the line when boarding the bus
- Cannot log into the app
- App keeps loading
- App stops letting me load passes, login, and refresh
- Cannot load barcode to ride the metro
- Won't load QR code even with money on it
- App constantly glitching
- Inability to pay fare
- Unable to sign into account after reinstall
- App won't open barcode
- Pop up says "notification" when trying to log in
- Keeps glitching saying notifications
- Nothing about this app works the way it should
- App suddenly logged out
- Won't let me log back in
- Won't let you use the bus pass
- Everytime I refresh it closes out
- Email not valid for password reset, but already in use for new account
- App refuses to log in or do anything
- Shows no bus pass after reinstall, but bank charged
- Won't let me reload account or use tap and go
- Constant loading screen
- Login error, connectivity issues, etc. only shows "NOTIFICATION"
- Cannot access account
- App crashes immediately
- Connection error (0)
- App won't scan at reader
- Stopped letting me log in
- Incorrect login info when autofilled
- App immediately crashes on iPhone 14 Pro Max
- App glitches and doesn't load for minutes
- App takes money and doesn't work
- App deletes entire account and steals money
- Missed trains due to connection error or crashing
- QR code is too big on Samsung phone
- Constant "Connection error" blocks QR code
- Cannot upload card to put money on pass
- Crashes virtually every time I open it
- Crashes when attempting to login
- Won't let me sign up
- Cannot open app to get QR code
- Money put into app doesn't work
- App is not reliable
- Double charging if not careful
- Backend unreliable, returning Error Code 0
- Travel entitlement not recognized as adult
- App won't let me browse anything unless I put money in
- App won't open barcode
- Pop up says "notification" when trying to log in
- Keeps glitching saying notifications
- App suddenly logged out
- Won't let me log back in
- Won't let you use the bus pass
- Everytime I refresh it closes out
- Email not valid for password reset, but already in use for new account
- App refuses to log in or do anything
- Shows no bus pass after reinstall, but bank charged
- Won't let me reload account or use tap and go
- Constant loading screen
- Login error, connectivity issues, etc. only shows "NOTIFICATION"
- Cannot access account
- App crashes immediately
- Connection error (0)
- App won't scan at reader
- Stopped letting me log in
- Incorrect login info when autofilled
- App immediately crashes on iPhone 14 Pro Max
- App glitches and doesn't load for minutes
- App takes money and doesn't work
- App deletes entire account and steals money
- Missed trains due to connection error or crashing
- QR code is too big on Samsung phone
- Constant "Connection error" blocks QR code
- Cannot upload card to put money on pass
- Crashes virtually every time I open it
- Crashes when attempting to login
- Won't let me sign up
- Cannot open app to get QR code
- Money put into app doesn't work
- App is not reliable
- Double charging if not careful
- Backend unreliable, returning Error Code 0
- Travel entitlement not recognized as adult
- App won't let me browse anything unless I put money in
- App won't open barcode
- Pop up says "notification" when trying to log in
- Keeps glitching saying notifications
- App suddenly logged out
- Won't let me log back in
- Won't let you use the bus pass
- Everytime I refresh it closes out
- Email not valid for password reset, but already in use for new account
- App refuses to log in or do anything
- Shows no bus pass after reinstall, but bank charged
- Won't let me reload account or use tap and go
- Constant loading screen
- Login error, connectivity issues, etc. only shows "NOTIFICATION"
- Cannot access account
- App crashes immediately
- Connection error (0)
- App won't scan at reader
- Stopped letting me log in
- Incorrect login info when autofilled
- App immediately crashes on iPhone 14 Pro Max
- App glitches and doesn't load for minutes
- App takes money and doesn't work
- App deletes entire account and steals money
- Missed trains due to connection error or crashing
- QR code is too big on Samsung phone
- Constant "Connection error" blocks QR code
- Cannot upload card to put money on pass
- Crashes virtually every time I open it
- Crashes when attempting to login
- Won't let me sign up
- Cannot open app to get QR code
- Money put into app doesn't work
- App is not reliable
- Double charging if not careful
- Backend unreliable, returning Error Code 0
- Travel entitlement not recognized as adult
- App won't let me browse anything unless I put money in
Requested features
10 requests- Allow offline capabilities for stored passes
- Integrate Apple Pay/PayPal/Google Pay
- Allow connection of already purchased physical metro cards
- Improve user interface for intuitive transactions
- Provide a functional website that mirrors app capabilities
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- Offer a solution for users with travel entitlements not recognized as 'adult'
- Allow browsing of tickets before adding funds
- Fix QR code size issues on different phone models
- Allow removal and re-addition of cards
- Provide human customer service
Trailways
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
NFTA MetGo
No in-app purchases
Trailways
No in-app purchases
