March Bike Pilot
Thanks to everyone who provided comments and completed surveys during the March 18-22 Bike Pilot. We're tabulating the survey results, evaluating rider comments and comparing them with what was observed during the pilot. Staff will report findings and propose next steps to the BART Board at a future meeting. Any decision to modify the Bike Rules will be made by BART's Board of Directors. In the mean time, additional comments can be sent to bikes@bart.gov.
Bikes on BART
More BART riders are biking to and from stations every day. It’s a healthy alternative and like walking it’s easy on the environment. Almost all BART stations have bike racks, over half of BART stations have bike lockers and four stations now have Bike Stations. Details are included below and on each station page on bart.gov.
If you are taking your bike on BART please be aware of BART's bicycle rules and schedules. Bikes are allowed on most trains, except those highlighted on the schedule and also in the QuickPlanner. Bikes are never allowed on crowded cars. Folding bikes are allowed at all times. Use your good judgment and only board cars that can comfortably accommodate you and your bicycle. Bicyclists must yield priority seating to seniors and persons with disabilities.
If you are leaving your bike at a BART station make sure it is locked well. Whether you’re taking your bike on board or parking it at a station, make sure you record your bike’s serial number along with a description of the bike. This will greatly increase your chance of recovery if it is stolen.
Bike Lockers
Two types of lockers are available to store bicycles, mopeds or wheelchairs: keyed lockers and electronic lockers.
Keyed lockers are for single-use and require a rental agreement. Note that some stations have wait lists. Please contact (510) 464-7133 for locker availability. Download the application/rental agreement (.pdf).
Electronic lockers are for shared use and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. To use an electronic locker at any BART statiion you'll need a BikeLink Card. Additional information on how to use the lockers can be found at bikelink.org. Electronic lockers are located at the following stations:
- 12th Street Oakland 8
- 19th Street Oakland 8
- Ashby 8
- Bay Fair 12
- Castro Valley 20
- Coliseum 16
- Concord 56
- Daly City 24
- Dublin/Pleasanton 28
- El Cerrito Del Norte 24
- El Cerrito Plaza 72
- Fremont 44
- Fruitvale 20
- Hayward 16
- Lafayette 12
- Lake Merritt 40
- MacArthur 40
- North Berkeley 60
- North Concord 8
- Orinda 16
- Pleasant Hill 104
- Richmond 24
- Rockridge 40
- San Leandro 20
- South Hayward 16
- West Dublin 16
- West Oakland 42
- Union City 20
The electronic bicycle lockers provide on-demand bike parking. Purchase a smart card online or at a convenient vendor location. Ride up to an available locker and insert your smart card into the card slot. Follow on-screen directions to put time on the meter. The cost, at 3-cents an hour, is automatically deducted from your smart card. Park your bike inside, close the door, and your bike remains secure. When you return to retrieve your bike, just insert your smart card into the slot to open the door. Unused time and value are automatically refunded back to the card. Learn more about how to use electronic bicycle lockers or review a list of frequently asked questions on the BikeLink website.
Bike Stations
Ashby BART Station
Located just outside the main entrance to the station on the lower (West) side of the station. This is a self-serve facility and requires a BikeLink Card for access.
Downtown Berkeley BART Station
Located at 2208 Shattuck Avenue, just steps from the BART entrance at Allston Way and Shattuck Avenue. Attendants will store your bike in a secure area while you work, play or shop on BART. Learn more ...
Embarcadero BART Station
Located on the concourse level of the Embarcadero BART Station in downtown San Francisco directly below Market Street near the Davis Street entrance. Learn more ...
Fruitvale BART Station
Located in Fruitvale Village, adjacent to the Fruitvale BART Station in Oakland. It's the second largest bike station in the nation and features free, secure bike storage and a full-service bike repair shop. Learn more ...
2012 BART Bicycle Plan
The BART Bicycle Plan and Appendices outline specific strategeis to implement over the next ten years to make it easier to use a bicycle to get to and from BART. The plan's goal is to double the percentage of passengers who access BART by bicycle from approximately 4% to 8% by 2022. The strategies within the plan are organized into five areas: cyclist circulation, plentiful parking, beyond BART boundaries, bikes on BART and persuasive programs. Questions about the plan can be directed to Steve Beroldo at sberold@bart.gov.
Caltrans Peak Period Bike Shuttle
During peak periods when bikes are not allowed on many BART trains, Caltrans operates a bike shuttle between MacArthur BART and downtown San Francisco (corner of Folsom and Main Street). For the schedule and additional information visit: http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/shuttle.htm
Photo credit: Photos of bikes on this page by Thomas Hawk.
