Cycles are carried FREE on National Rail services provided they can be stored safely and out of the way of other passengers and subject to restrictions detailed below.
National Rail encourages the integrated use of cycles and trains - two convenient and environmentally friendly forms of transport. This page summarises each train company’s policy for carrying cycles by train.
Things to remember:
Engineering work may affect train services. Non-folding bicycles are not allowed on rail replacement bus services at any time. Folding bicycles are accepted if fully folded.
More information on engineering work.
Folding bicycles are carried free of charge and without restriction on all services, subject only to the additional requirements for specific services set out below:
An increasing number of railway stations have good quality cycle storage on or near to the station. Also, many train companies work with independent cycle companies to offer cycle hire at stations. Search our station facilities" area for more information on cycle facilities" at stations.
Each Train Company has a policy which details the arrangements that are in place for carrying bicycles on board trains. Please choose the Train Company, to see their Cycle Policy.
RailPassenger.info has links to information on travelling with bicycles on many railways within Europe.
Eurostar.com has information about their cycle policy.
The National Rail Cycling by Train Guide is made possible by Brompton cycles, the makers of the folding bike.
The National Rail Cycling by Train guide is easy to download and print for easy reference when cycling. You can also contact the Train Company you are travelling with for more information about their specific facilities for cyclists.