How can I transport my bike in London?

Use PlusBike to find out where you can take cycles on National Rail services.
  1. Bus and tram. Non-folded cycles cannot be taken on buses and trams.
  2. River. Most river services allow non-folded cycles but you should check with them before you travel.
  3. Emirates Air Line. You can take a non-folded cycle at any time.
  4. Coaches.
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Can I put my bike in an Uber UK?

And the answer is… YES.
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How do I transport my bike UK?

Packaging advice for sending a bicycle
  1. Gather the equipment. Before going ahead and packaging your bike, gather everything you need so it's all to hand.
  2. Remove the pedals. ...
  3. Remove the saddle. ...
  4. Remove the front wheel. ...
  5. Protect the rear wheel. ...
  6. Protect the frame. ...
  7. Turn the handlebars. ...
  8. Prevent movement.
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What is the cheapest way to ship a bicycle?

Ground shipping is an economical way to ship a bike when you're on a tight budget. Bicycle shipping services like BikeFlights and ShipBikes have a solid reputation and offer the best rates on FedEx and UPS ground shipping.
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How much does it cost to post a bike in the UK?

Our prices for a standard sized bike shipping box start from around £16 for UK mainland delivery. If you want the bike delivered next day you can pay a little more for a faster service.
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How expensive is it to ship a bike?

The price of shipping a bike varies depends on the level of service you seek, and the service and shipping providers you choose. Expect anywhere from about $50 (short distance, slower shipping, and do your own packing) to upwards of $250 (longer distance, faster shipping, professionally packed).
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Can you take bikes on buses in London?

You can take folded cycles anywhere, at any time on all our transport services. However, on buses the driver can decide not to let you travel if it's too busy. Electric scooters - folded or not - are not allowed.
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Can I take my bike on the Tube London?

In summary: Folded bicycles can be taken free of charge on the tube at all times. Non-folding bicycles can be taken free of charge on some sections of the tube outside peak times. Peak times are 07.30 – 09.30 and 16.00 – 19.00, Monday to Friday, except for public holidays.
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Can bikes go on trains?

Can You Take Bikes on Trains? First the good news: bikes are allowed free of charge on most British trains at most times of day. However there's usually a limit of two to six bikes per train, and you may need to reserve a space.
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Do London taxis take bikes?

A standard London taxi will take a bike. I have read about many people who have used one after a breakdown. You can take your bike on a Hammersmith & City train to Mile End and walk back from there, or get off at Liverpool Street and get the overground train to Bethnal Green.
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Can Uber transport bikes?

The best chance to get an Uber driver willing to transport your bike would be to order an Uber XL. Send a request via the Uber app: Select the “Where to?” box once you've opened the app. Confirm your destination and ride size: After you've selected your destination, choose the UberXL option at the bottom of the screen.
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How can I give my bike to Ola?

With Ola, a cab driver is vested with the options of attaching one's own car, leasing a favorite one or attaching a fleet/rickshaw/bike.
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Vehicle Proof
  1. Vehicle RC (Registration Certificate)
  2. Vehicle Permit.
  3. Vehicle insurance.
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Is London bicycle Friendly?

What's more, London is a pretty flat city, so it's relatively easy to get around by bike, regardless of your fitness levels. London is also catering more and more to cyclists, thanks to the creation of new lanes and segregated routes.
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Can you ride a bike on the pavement in London?

Can cyclists ride on pavements? Bicycles are considered vehicles under British law and is illegal to ride a bike on a pavement which has not been designated as a cycle way. The maximum penalty is £500, but it is often dealt with by a £50 fixed penalty notice. However, the law is not always enforced by police.
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Can you bring bikes on buses?

Generally bikes are not permitted on standard buses but are usually allowed on coaches which have proper luggage storage facilities. Does your bike fold up? If it can fit in the luggage pen and you can lift it in and out yourself, you can bring it on the bus. Check our conditions of carriage for all the detail.
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Are bikes allowed on buses UK?

Can I Take a Bike on a Bus? Most bus services in the UK will allow folding bikes, and a few will let you bring non-folding bikes on board. Whichever the service allows, the decision is ultimately the driver's. If the bus is too busy the driver can say no.
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Can I take my bike on the Metropolitan Line?

Bicycles are permitted on all sections of the Circle, District, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan Lines, as well as the Docklands Light Railway (except to/from Bank).
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Can I take my bike on National Express?

You may take your bicycle on your National Express journey, as long as it is designed to fold in half by means of a special link in the main frame and is carried in an appropriate padded bag or hard case, suitable for the purpose.
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Can I bring a bike on a plane?

Bicycles will be accepted in a hard-sided, padded case designed for bicycles. If not in a hard-sided case, bikes will be accepted with the handle bars secured sideways and pedals removed. The bicycle must also be encased in plastic foam, a cardboard box (domestic flights only), or similar material to prevent damage.
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What is the best way to ship a bike?

How to ship a bike
  1. Remove the front wheel.
  2. Remove the pedals.
  3. Remove the handlebars and any accessories that will increase the size of the box, potentially get damaged, or produce sharp, protruding points. ...
  4. Put any small parts in a bag or small box and seal it well.
  5. Place the bag or box inside the bike shipping box.
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Can you post a bike with Royal Mail?

The new year will mark the end of an era for the Royal Mail. Its postal staff will stop using the red Pashley Mailstar, once a common sight across the UK. Since 2010 Royal Mail has removed 13,000 to 14,000 bikes from its operation, leaving between 3,000 to 4,000, and in 2014 even these will be phased out entirely.
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