Get around with just your Android cell phone

Virtual fares can now be purchased in the Chrono app for Android

A solution that makes it easier to get around

Virtual fares make it easier to access public transportation and give you a new way to buy passes. With this feature, you can buy fares anywhere, anytime, and then use them right on your phone. The app also makes it easy to choose fares based on your trips.

This solution is suitable for everyone, regulars and occasional riders alike!

How to buy virtual fares

This new feature lets you buy transit fares and validate your passes, all from your Android smartphone. You no longer need your OPUS card to get around, you can do it all with the app!

Virtual Fares

How it works

Step 1

Sign in

Sign in or create a Chrono account.

Step 2

Access the menu

Click on Purchase fares, then select Virtual fares.

Step 3

Choose your transit fare

Select your travel zones, transportation modes, and your fare.

Step 4

Pay

Pay for your transit fares to complete the transaction.

Step 5

Select

the virtual card you want to use.

Step 6

Validate your transit fare

Hold your phone near the fare validator.

Fare products available for purchase

Most regular fares will be available as virtual fares, including:

All Modes: A, AB, ABC, ABCD
Bus and Out-of-Territory Bus
Unlimited Evening and Unlimited Weekend

Some fares, including reduced fares, are not yet available for this feature. For the fares that can’t yet be purchased as virtual fares, users can still get them with the OPUS Reload feature.

Devices and NFC

This feature requires an NFC-enabled Android phone and a minimum version of the operating system. See the About this app section in Google Play, for system requirements and supported models.

Devices and NFC

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a virtual fare ?

Why are virtual fares not available with an iOS phone?

Are my virtual fares also loaded onto my OPUS card?

Why do I have more than one virtual card in my Chrono app?

Is it possible to obtain a virtual card without purchasing a fare?

Are there fees for getting a virtual card?

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