Greater Miami Transit Goes Mobile With New Pass App
Broward County Transit launches smartphone app for mobile pass purchases on iOS and Android
Broward Transit Adds Mobile Pass Purchase
Broward County Transit riders can now buy passes directly on their smartphones through a mobile app available for download. The app eliminates the need to wait in line for tickets or carry physical passes, transit officials said. Specific details about when the app launched weren't available by publication time.
Context
The mobile ticketing system follows a broader industry trend toward contactless payment options that accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the American Public Transportation Association. Transit agencies nationwide have adopted similar technology to reduce physical contact and streamline fare collection. Chris Walton, director of Broward County Transit Division, oversees the system serving Broward County and the Greater Miami area. Officials didn't provide information about the app's development cost or timeline.
Details
The app works on both Apple and Android devices, available through the App Store and Google Play. Users can purchase transit passes directly from their phones without needing cash or physical tickets. The specific name of the application wasn't provided on the agency's website. Officials haven't released data on how many riders have downloaded the app or how frequently it's being used since launch.
Implementation
The mobile app is currently available for download, though officials haven't said when it launched or whether a formal announcement was made. Miami-Dade Transit introduced similar mobile ticketing in 2019 with its EASY Pay Miami app for Metrorail, Metromover and Metrobus. Usage statistics for Broward's mobile app weren't publicly available.
Impact
The digital payment option gives riders an alternative to purchasing passes at ticket machines or retail locations. Daily commuters and occasional riders can manage their transit needs without carrying physical tickets. Moovit provides real-time updates and trip planning for Broward County Transit routes throughout the service area.
