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GoPass

60
Value score / 100 Worth paying? Depends It depends

GoPass is a useful app for purchasing DART tickets and tracking some routes, but it suffers from significant reliability issues with scheduling, payment processing, and route planning, making it a mixed bag for users.

Free to download seen up to $35 4.8★ lifetime (84,908) since 2013

GoPass is a free app that allows users to purchase DART tickets and view some schedules, which many find convenient for daily commutes. However, numerous users report critical flaws with route planning accuracy, payment processing (especially Apple Pay), and general app stability, making it unreliable for essential travel.

Free vs paid

The app itself is free to download and use, but users must purchase tickets or passes to ride DART services R3R5R7. Reviews indicate various price points for passes, such as a $6 day pass or a $3 three-hour pass, though the latter can be hard to find R58R112. There are complaints about the lack of specific pass options like student passes or senior day passes within the app R70R113R221.

Value complaints

  • The app often only offers a $6 day pass, making it difficult to find cheaper options like a $3 three-hour pass, which some users need for shorter trips.R58R112
  • There are no options for student passes or senior day passes within the app, forcing some users to pay full price or use alternative methods.R70R113R221
  • Some users report being triple-charged or charged multiple times without receiving a ticket, leading to financial loss and frustration.R26R69R71R76
  • The app's ride-share feature is unreliable, with long wait times and drivers canceling mid-way, making it a poor value for transportation.R11R14R50

Where it delivers

  • Many users find the app convenient for purchasing tickets and passes, eliminating the need to use physical ticket machines.R2R5R7R32
  • The app is considered a "game changer" for getting around the DFW area without the high cost of ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft.R3R30R51
  • For those who use the Silver Line or TexRail, the app facilitates a peaceful and efficient way to travel to the airport.R31R41
  • When it works, the app is described as easy to use, fast, and helpful for managing passes.R7R8R16R20
Worth paying if

It is worth paying for tickets through the app if you are a regular DART user who values the convenience of digital ticketing and can tolerate occasional glitches R3R5R7R8. It is also beneficial if you frequently use the TRE or Silver Line for airport travel, as some users find it a peaceful and efficient way to get to the airport R31R41.

Skip / stay free if

You should skip using this app for critical trip planning or if you rely on Apple Pay or commuter cards, as these features are frequently reported as buggy or non-functional R1R6R9R11. Visitors to DFW may find the app confusing and not user-friendly for navigating an unfamiliar system .

Evidence note: Reviews are generally mixed, with a significant number of recent negative reviews highlighting critical bugs and unreliability, contrasting with the high lifetime rating. The monetization information from the product page ($11, $15, $35) is not directly supported by user reviews, which mention specific pass prices like $3 and $6.

Frequently asked

Can I use Apple Pay with the GoPass app?
Many users report that Apple Pay frequently does not work with the GoPass app, especially after recent updates, often declining payments or requiring manual card entry even when the same card works manually R9R52R68R71.
Is the route planning feature reliable?
The route planning feature is frequently criticized for being unreliable, providing incorrect stop information, inefficient directions, or failing to find routes to common destinations like DFW Airport R1R6R24R33.
Are there issues with purchasing tickets?
Yes, many users experience issues with purchasing tickets, including cards being declined, triple charges, money being taken without a ticket issued, and the app not allowing the use of commuter cards after updates R26R64R65R66.
Does the app provide real-time updates for buses and trains?
The app's real-time updates are inconsistent; some users find train arrival times work well, while others report buses without trackers, misleading information, and a general lack of real-time updates for schedules R1R23R47R146.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R58] 3/5 · US Day pass vs 3hr: Not cool that the only option is for a $6 day pass vs hunting for a $3 3 hr pass - which I need to just get downtown.
  2. [R112] 1/5 · US Too many steps& no senior dart price of $3.: Overcharged me by $3 as I was only offered a $6 day pass. Too many steps to pay. I should be able to tap and pay with a credit card in 2 seconds like most modern cities. The machines at the stops are not a simple tap and and don’t work easily. This needs to be fixed with all the tax money dart is collect from or sales tax.
  3. [R70] 3/5 · US No student passes on the app: No student passes on the app
  4. [R113] 3/5 · US SENIOR DAY PASS: I couldn’t find where to buy a senior day pass. It did not appear anywhere on the menu.
  5. [R221] 3/5 · US Selection: You are not offering senior ticket’s.
  6. [R26] 1/5 · US NOT LEGIT APP THE STEAL 💵: I had purchased 1 go pass and then they charge my card but don’t give me the ticket so I tried again and over till I gave up looked at my bank statement and they charged me over 10 times and didn’t give me one ticket . If I’m not compensated for my time wasted my money lost my by an issue because of your app I will be taking the entire company to small claims and I will
  7. [R69] 1/5 · US Triple charged my card: Triple charged my card
  8. [R71] 1/5 · US Trash: New payment system wouldn’t allow my Apple Pay to pay for ticket but still took the money out of my account. And they still haven’t posted it so I can dispute.
  9. [R76] 1/5 · US New update is trash.: Yall JUST updated this app and i tried to buy a pass with Apple Pay. But it said declined. Because i need to verify my card. Ok cool. Why did the charge still go through.y’all are just taking money at this point.
  10. [R11] 1/5 · US Ride share pickup/ drop off time terrible: Ride share is terrible! You never know how many stops/riders there are before your ride. Had to pick up 2 other riders for 20 min before I could get to my 7 min travel time destination
  11. [R14] 1/5 · US Unreliable: its works to a point but even with uber and lyft agreements turned on its unreliable you don’t know when your gonna get anywhere you could get a ride and be waiting anywhere from 5 minutes to 1 hr 30 don’t count on this app if you need to be anywhere important more than likely you’ll be late
  12. [R50] 1/5 · US Uber and Lyft: Why whyy ......every driver from uber and lyft they canceling at mid of the way. ..!!!!!!!!
  13. [R2] 5/5 · US Easy to use: Check schedule and buy the tickets
  14. [R5] 5/5 · US Quick and easy: Load a card to pay with, and this is easy peezy. But the trains need to show up on time. And customer service and safety is priority! Keep the DART at Dallas College North Lake & Irving/Las Colinas stops. Keep it safe. And thank you.
  15. [R7] 5/5 · US Nice and easy: This app is very fast, helpful when you need a month pass and very easy to use.
  16. [R32] 5/5 · US Easy to use!: Love the app, easy to use and you no longer have to stop at the ticket machine. Easy peasy!
  17. [R3] 5/5 · US MUST HAVE IN DFW AREA: This app has been a game changer for me getting around, going to work, stores, and moving freely without paying an arm and a leg on uber or Lyft
  18. [R30] 5/5 · US Grandma: Riding the train is really saving on my fuel expenses. I’m very thankful for this service.
  19. [R51] 5/5 · US GoPass: Definitely one of the best / cheaper transportation apps for Dallas
  20. [R31] 5/5 · US Airport runs 2x a week!: I fly to work, not for work, every week. The TexRail is a lifesaver as it’s the most peaceful and efficient way to get to the airport. No traffic, construction, parking tolls, or stress. Only 2 bucks!!! I wouldn’t travel without it!
  21. [R41] 5/5 · US Everyone Needs the Silver Line!: Getting to the airport has never been so easy! It’s a relaxing ride. Free parking or Uber to the nearest station. A great start to getting to the airport!
  22. [R8] 5/5 · US Pass: I love this app it is very convenient
  23. [R16] 5/5 · US Review: Super handy and user friendly!
  24. [R20] 5/5 · US Single Rider: It is very helpful and easy to use
  25. [R9] 2/5 · US Apple Pay: This app does not work well with Apple Pay. Tried multiple times and wouldn’t accept the payment until I input my card information in manually.
  26. [R52] 3/5 · US Payment Method/Apple Pay Problem: I am no longer able to use Apple Pay or delete payment methods, very inconvenient. I can use the same card that the Apple Pay option doesn’t allow me to if I manually input it through the add a card option.
  27. [R68] 1/5 · US Update: Ever since the last update at the end of March 2026 the Apple Pay function does not work
  28. [R1] 2/5 · US App sucks!: When I put in a starting point from the dropdown options and select the end point from the dropdown options on two locations that are on the same Silver Line, it ALWAYS says that it can’t give me a schedule because of my connection… when there is no connection issue and I was able to buy my ticket online at the same time. As a result, I ended up getting to the station right after th
  29. [R6] 2/5 · US Not reliable: told me the incorrect stop twice in a row. i even tried to wave down the driver but they did not care
  30. [R24] 2/5 · US The planner isn’t great: When using the Plan tab, if I try to enter the address of DFW Airport or any of its terminals, the app says it cannot find any routes. While this can be worked around by using the address for the Terminal B station, this is really inconvenient. It would be better if it could estimate commute time from a terminal to the station, so I can figure out which train I can catch.
  31. [R33] 3/5 · US Better Route Generation: Purchasing fares and tracking are simple and easy to do, but planning trips leaves a lot on the table. Allowing multiple routes to be shown at one time might help with riders optimizing their route selection with transfers. Maybe allowing users to use a more piece-wise planning function where users select routes to add to their trip would and where to pick up and get off w
  32. [R64] 1/5 · US It stops taking commuter card: It stops taking commuter card after the update, it has been weeks and the issue has not been resolved despite I contact the rep via go pass and facebook fanpage
  33. [R65] 1/5 · US Cannot purchase ticket: Since update, it keeps declining my card. The purchase transaction has an issue
  34. [R66] 1/5 · US bad update: app worked completely fine until the new update now i can’t pay for a ticket
  35. [R23] 2/5 · US The app is a hit and miss: I really depend on the app to make it to work on time and sometimes it’s good but when the bus doesn’t have a tracker, it can be misleading, especially for the #22 bus route. Sometimes they come early and they see you running but keep going. Really need a tracker on all Busses especially when the weather isn’t perfect.
  36. [R47] 5/5 · US Works well: Works well 99% of the time. Good system for purchasing tickets. Had it crash due to updates two times. The system for seeing when trains will arrive works well. Could use better rider alert info and Apple Watch support. Also get the Say Something app so you can notify police if you see criminal activity.
  37. [R146] 3/5 · US Safety and Difficult to navigate: Have seen several light rail transit system apps, DART is difficult to navigate, especially with schedules of trains and buses that can help you map your trip from different train/bus stops. No real time updates. Overall safety of DART has been poor where homeless people always present in the trains and DART security pays no attention.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store