Bluebikes Free to Salem Residents in October

Salem residents may claim a free one-month Bluebikes membership including unlimited 45-minute rides for 30 days. Riders will be charged $2.50 per additional 30 minutes. Passes are limited and will be provided on a first come, first served basis while supplies last.

"Bluebikes gives Salem residents another way to get around our community and is an especially important service during October, traffic is heaviest and parking demand is at its highest," said Mayor Kim Driscoll. "To help lessen the impact of October traffic on your commute around Salem, I encourage residents to take advantage of this free month of Bluebikes membership."

Bluebikes came to Salem in 2021 with funding from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Salem State University, and the MassDOT Shared Streets & Spaces program. The City grew the system this fall to 98 bikes at 15 stations located throughout the community. As a convenient and affordable transportation option for residents, workers, students, and visitors, ridership has expanded substantially since the program's launch.

To claim a free 30-day pass, Salem residents should email Transportation Planner Brendan Linard at [email protected] with your name and address for verification. Please allow up to 24 hours during regular business hours for a response. Residents will receive a code to claim the offer when signing up on bluebikes.com or the Bluebikes mobile app. A valid credit or debit card is required and the program is limited to riders age 16 and up. The pass is effective for 30 days from the time of activation. A limited number of passes are available.