Metrolink, Southern California’s regional passenger rail service, will celebrate “Bike Day” this Thursday, May 21, by offering complimentary rides on all trains, including the Arrow service, to customers traveling with a bicycle. Riders bringing a bike aboard will not need to purchase a ticket, as their bicycle will serve as fare for the day.
“Bike Day is about showing Southern Californians how easily cycling and public transit can work together,” Metrolink Board Chair Doug Chaffee said. “Many of our riders use bikes for first- and last-mile connections, adding exercise and sustainability into their everyday routines. This is a chance for others to explore pairing these complementary modes of transportation, while riding for free on Bike Day.”
Cyclists may board any train car and are asked to follow Metrolink’s bike policy by utilizing safe and secure bike storage areas. Most Metrolink rail cars accommodate up to three bicycles, while designated bike cars can hold as many as nine. Not all Metrolink train sets are equipped with a bike car. Arrow trains can carry up to 12 bikes per car. Standard single-rider bicycles, as well as electric bikes that meet size and weight requirements, are permitted on board.
For riders looking to turn their trip into an outdoor adventure, Metrolink’s website features a curated guide to some of the best bike paths accessible by rail. Featured routes span the system and include destinations such as the Mount Rubidoux Trail in Riverside and the Mountains to Sea Trail in Tustin.
Also on May 21, L.A. Metro will offer free rides for all customers across its bus and rail network, with no bike required. Metro Bike Share will also provide complimentary 30-minute rides at kiosks and through the Metro Bike Share app using promo code 051526.
Metrolink’s Codeshare and Rail 2 Rail programs with Amtrak Pacific Surfliner between Ventura and Oceanside are not included in the Bike Day promotion. Riders traveling on Pacific Surfliner trains must reserve bicycle space and purchase applicable fare.
For more information about Bike Day, including train schedules, visit metrolinktrains.com/bike-day.