Metrolink to Offer Free Rides to Bicyclists During Bike Week

LOS ANGELES - Metrolink, Southern California's regional rail provider, will celebrate National Bike Month by providing complimentary rides systemwide to passengers who board with a bicycle during "Bike to Work Week," observed nationally from Monday, May 13, through Friday, May 17. Throughout "Bike Week," Metrolink's more inclusive take on the annual tradition, passengers are encouraged to take advantage of the free-fare promotion regardless of their destination.

"During Bike Week, we invite everyone to bring their bike and take any Metrolink or Arrow train for work or play, free for the entire week." Metrolink Board Chair and City of Highland Mayor Pro Tem Larry McCallon said. "Bike Week provides an excellent opportunity for riders to experience the convenience and eco-friendly benefits of combining biking with public transit."

Metrolink's website offers a curated selection of 14 of the Best Bike Pathseasily accessible from a nearby Metrolink station, perfect for cycling enthusiasts seeking inspiration. For more information about Bike Week, visit metrolinktrains.com/bikeweek.

More Free Rides and Events

On Thursday, May 16, Bike Day, LA Metrowill offer free rides to all riders on all Metro bus and rail lines. Metro Bike Share is also offering free 30-minute rides with promo code 051624. For more information about LA Metro's Bike Month, visit www.metro.net/bikemonth.

The Ventura County Transportation Commission(VCTC) is offering free bus rides for those with bikes on Bike to Work Day, Friday, May 17.

The Orange County Transportation Authority(OCTA) is holding a bike rally and four-mile group ride on Wednesday, May 15, beginning at the Orange Metrolink Station. For more information visit octa.net/bikemonth.

About Metrolink (metrolinktrains.com)

Metrolink regional passenger rail service offers reliable, safe, affordable and environmentally sustainable transportation throughout Southern California. Metrolink has 545.6 total service line miles and 67 stations across Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura and San Diego counties connecting people, communities, and businesses and is an essential link in the region's mobility network. Metrolink's Arrow service, which launched in October 2022 with nine miles of track and four new stations between San Bernardino and Redlands, provides greater local and regional rail connectivity.