Here’s everything you need to know about taking your bike on public transport.
Metrolink trams
Folding bikes can be taken on trams as long as they are fully folded and covered, no other types of bike are allowed.
Buses
Folding bikes can be taken on buses if they are fully folded and covered however if the bus is busy, the driver may choose not to let you on.
Trains
Each rail company has different rules for travelling with a bike.
On Northern trains, for example:
- You can take your bike on any train if there's space
- You can't reserve a space. All trains can carry two bikes on a first-come-first-served basis
- There is no extra charge for bringing your bike
With other companies, you may need to reserve a place in advance and some train companies may not allow bikes at peak periods. Check the bike policy for each train company.
Do your bit
As people return to work and school, we have the information you need to make smart and safe travel choices.
A Greater Manchester-wide Clean Air Zone is coming
You can help shape the final plans from 8 October
Safe streets save lives in Greater Manchester
Local authorities are using temporary pop-up measures to give pedestrians and cyclists more space.
If you can, travel contactless, use the app or buy online
If you are travelling on Metrolink, you can now get a receipt when you travel contactless.
Do your bit
As people return to work and school, we have the information you need to make smart and safe travel choices.
A Greater Manchester-wide Clean Air Zone is coming
You can help shape the final plans from 8 October
If you can, travel contactless, use the app or buy online
If you are travelling on Metrolink, you can now get a receipt when you travel contactless.
Safe streets save lives in Greater Manchester
Local authorities are using temporary pop-up measures to give pedestrians and cyclists more space.