Bike Day 2025
CELEBRATE BIKE DAY 2025 WITH METROLINK - THURSDAY, MAY 15
Celebrate bicycling with free Metrolink rides on Bike Day, Thursday, May 15! On this special day, your bike is your fare—no ticket required. Whether you're commuting to work or planning a scenic ride with friends, this is your chance to combine rail and pedal power across Southern California.
Ride Free with Your Bike
On Bike Day, all Metrolink riders with a bicycle can board any Metrolink train for free—no ticket necessary. Just bring your bike on board and ride. It’s our way of celebrating active transportation and encouraging riders to discover first-mile/last-mile solutions that are sustainable, healthy, and efficient.
Note: Other mobility devices such as scooters are not valid for this promotion on Bike Day.
Connecting You Further
Metrolink trains are bike-friendly year-round, offering designated bike storage areas on all train cars. Please note: bike spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis. When space fills up, you may need to wait for the next train, so plan ahead and arrive early.
Bike Day is your opportunity to:
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Explore car-free travel options
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Cut your commute time with a bike-train combo
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Discover scenic bike paths, downtown districts, and local trails near Metrolink stations
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Promote sustainable, multimodal transportation across Southern California
Useful Resources for Riders
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Metrolink Bike Car Info – Learn how to identify bike cars and what to expect on board
- Metrolink System Map – First time with us? See where the train can take you
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Metrolink Schedule – Plan your trip in advance and explore your options
Go for a Ride with metrolink
Take Metrolink to the station closest to work and bike the rest of the way. Or explore some of SoCal's most beautiful trails and bike paths — to the beach, through parks, over bridges, with mountain views and beyond.
14 of the Best Bike Paths to Explore Across Southern California with Metrolink
These bike paths accessible with Metrolink take two-wheeled travelers on a scenic ride far beyond the train tracks. Enjoy them during Bike Week!
Frequently Asked Questions About Bike Day
Bike Day is Thursday, May 15, 2025, during National Bike to Work Week. It’s a day to celebrate active transportation, sustainability, and commuting by bike. On this day, Metrolink offers free train rides to passengers who bring a bicycle onboard.
To ensure the safety of all riders and manage onboard bike capacity, Metrolink is limiting free rides to one day. Previous Bike Weeks saw a high volume of bicycles that strained available space. Aligning Bike Day with Metro’s free fare day also supports seamless transfers for many Metrolink riders.
Just bring your bike onboard any Metrolink or Arrow train on Bike Day—no ticket needed. Store it in the designated bike area (first-come, first-served). Regular train cars fit up to 3 bikes; look for yellow “Bike Car” decals for cars that hold up to 9. Arrow trains hold up to 12 bikes per car.
Learn more about our Bike Guidelines.
Only standard single-rider bicycles qualify for free rides. Not allowed under the Bike Day promotion:
- Gas-powered bikes or scooters
- Mopeds
- Tandem or three-wheeled bikes
- Segways (unless used as a mobility device for a passenger with a disability)
Electric bikes are allowed if they do not exceed 32” wide by 58” long and weigh under 600 lbs (with rider). Folding bikes are also allowed if stored properly.
Only electric bikes that meet size and weight limits are allowed. Scooters, gas-powered vehicles, and motorized devices not used for disability mobility are not valid for the free ride promotion.
Use the designated bike area inside the train. Space is limited and first-come, first-served. Bikes must not block aisles, doors, or emergency exits. Conductors may ask you to move to another car if space is needed for accessibility or if cars are full.
Yes, most Metrolink stations offer bike storage options. Visit our Stations page to check amenities available at your boarding location.
No. Free rides only apply to Metrolink and Arrow trains. Amtrak Pacific Surfliner codeshare trains require a paid ticket and bike reservation if riding with a bicycle. Visit PacificSurfliner.com or call 1-800-USA-RAIL for more information.
- Bikes must be stored in the designated bike area
- No personal locks allowed on board
- Do not block aisles or exits
- Follow conductor instructions at all times
- Folding and electric bikes must fit within size limits (32”W x 58”L; under 600 lbs. with rider)
Violating these rules may result in being removed from the train. View all guidelines for bikes onboard Metrolink here.