TravelMaster App now offers live bus updates for effortless commuting

TravelMaster App now offers live bus updates for effortless commuting

TravelMaster, the commercial organisation owned and operated by the region’s transport companies, introduces the availability of live bus information on its transport app. This latest feature aims to provide passengers with real-time updates, making their travel experience smoother and more convenient.

The TravelMaster app, deployed by transport technology expert UrbanThings, was initially designed to simplify the digital ticketing process. It offers commuters a single platform for purchasing and loading tickets onto their TravelMaster smartcards. Since its launch, the app has sold over a million pounds in tickets in less than a year, demonstrating its popularity among users.

Building on this success, TravelMaster and UrbanThings have continuously sought passenger feedback to introduce innovative features. The addition of live bus information is a direct result of this collaborative effort, ensuring passengers have access to real-time data for a more seamless journey.

By continually enhancing the TravelMaster app, both companies are committed to making South Yorkshire’s transport network more efficient and user-friendly for all passengers.

John Henshall, General Manager of TravelMaster commented: “We are delighted to include live bus information in the TravelMaster App. Adding in the functionality has been a seamless experience with UrbanThings, which brought in more features that benefit our customers. Information is a powerful tool and by providing up to date bus times our customers have this at their fingertips. With years of experience developing BusChecker, the UrbanThings team understands how best to display this information to passengers and something we can’t wait for our customers to get their hands on.”

Guy Sutherland, Head of Sales at UrbanThings, added: “Working closely with TravelMaster, we are excited to bring live bus information to the app. This feature represents our commitment to leveraging technology to improve the public transport experience for everyone in South Yorkshire.”

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