Using Public Transit

You can go farther and faster when you use a bicycle in combination with public transit.

Buses

• Most public buses in BC are equipped with front bicycle racks; bicycles travel free with a passenger fare. 

• E-bikes are permitted on bus bike racks if they weigh less than 25 kg (55 lbs); batteries must usually be removed. 

• Local transit companies often provide tips on using bicycle racks, and how to prepare and load your bike.

• Some highway coach lines allow bicycles and may require bikes to be packed in boxes or bike bags.

For Metro Vancouver transit info, visit the TransLink website.

Commuter Rail & SkyTrain

• In Metro Vancouver, bicycles are allowed on SkyTrain and WestCoast Express at no extra charge, subject to space availability and some conditions. 

• Bicycles are not allowed on escalators and must be carried on stairs or transported by elevator. 

• Most SkyTrain stations have bike racks and bike lockers, and some have card-operated bike parkades. 

Trains

• Most passenger trains allow bicycles on board; many have bike racks, though some may require bicycles to be packed in boxes or bike bags.

• Via Rail and Amtrak charge a fee; racks can often be reserved in advance. 

Ferries and SeaBus

• Bicycles are allowed on all BC Ferries vessels and Seabuses at no additional charge. 

• Washington State Ferries and Black Ball Ferries charge modest fees for bicycles on trips between Vancouver Island and Washington State.