Bikes on the T

Here is a summary of the rules for taking bicycles on Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority vehicles. For more detailed information please consult the MBTA Bikes on the T page.

Subway: Weekdays before 7 am, between 10 am and 4 pm, and after 7 pm. Weekends any time. Only 2 bikes per car.
Trolley (Green Line and Mattapan High-Speed Line): Not allowed.
Bus: Only on buses equipped with external racks. Not permitted on buses that substitute for rail.
Commuter Rail: All trains except during weekday peak hours in the peak direction.
Ferry boat: all times.

Exceptions apply during holidays and special events.

Through MassBike's efforts over the years, the restrictions have been relaxed greatly. To find out what's happening with MassBike's efforts in this area, or to get involved, see bicycles and transit.