Bikes on Trains

South Shore Line's Bikes on Trains program makes it easy to explore the bike trails of the Indiana Dunes or cycle Chicago’s lakefront bike path. Just bring your bicycle to one of the bike stations, place your bike in one of the self-locking racks on the train, and you're on your way!

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Take your bike on bike-friendly trains year round.

Riding your bike to work, exploring the bike trails of the Indiana Dunes, or cycling Chicago’s lakefront bike path is easy with the South Shore Line’s Bikes on Trains program.

Bike racks located in specified train cars are provided free of charge on a first-come, first-serve basis. Bike rack-equipped train cars are clearly marked with a bike symbol prominently located on the windows of each car.

Cyclists are asked to enter and exit the bike train cars through the center doors. Upon boarding, bikes are to be placed in the self-locking racks.

Bikes on Trains will not be available during Lollapalooza and the Chicago Air & Water Show. The South Shore Line reserves the right to prohibit bicycles due to unforeseen events.

Please note that NEW bike stations are available at 11^th St. Michigan City, Portage/Ogden Dunes, and Miller.

FOR BIKE-FRIENDLY TRAINS AND TIMES, VISIT MYSOUTHSHORELINE.COM

Bikes on Trains South Shore Line Route

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1. Go to a Bike-Friendly Station

Check the South Shore Line's map for approved Bike Stations on the rail line.

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2. Roll Your Bike onto the Train

Enter and exit the bike-friendly cars through the center doors and insert your bike into one of the self-locking bike racks. Racks are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

3. Roll Off at a Bike-Friendly Station

Access Trails and attractions along the southern shores of Lake Michigan from Chicago to South Bend, Indiana.

CONVENIENT
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BIKE ADVENTURES

READY TO RIDE?

Bike trails are conveniently located by our train stations. Learn more about regional trails and nearby attractions by downloading a station brochure.

BIKES ON TRAINS BROCHURE

Mountain Biking Outback Trail

EXPLORE MORE

Use these resources to plan your biking adventures in the Indiana Dunes area.

MORE BIKING OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

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Rules of the Train

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PERMITTED BIKES

Racks fit standard two wheel bikes with a maximum front tire width of 2.5" and maximum distance from front axle to rear axle of 46" (wheel base). Permitted bikes DO NOT include: recumbent, tricycle, tandem, kiddie/cargo trailer, or fat tires.

EXERCISE CAUTION

No riding on station platforms. Once on the train, the train will depart the station after passengers have boarded. Please exercise caution as the train may move before your bike is inserted in the rack. Push up on the self-locking mechanism to release your bike.

TRAIN CREWS HAVE FINAL SAY

Train crews have the final authority on accommodating bikes. Crews may prohibit a cyclist from boarding due to overcrowding.

FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE

Bikes will be handles on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is not guaranteed on an initial or return trip (including late night trains).

ONLY ALLOWED ON LABELED CARS

Bikes are ONLY permitted on select labeled bike-friendly trains. Bikes may not be permitted during special event weekends such as: "Lollapalooza and the Air & Water Show.

BE COURTEOUS

Bikes may not block aisles or impede passenger movement, and cyclists must accompany their bikes at all times. Be considerate of your fellow riders by first allowing passengers using mobility devices to board and disembark trains.

CLEAN BIKES WELCOME

Bikes should be free of dirt and grease prior to boarding.

FOR COMPLETE RULES AND REGULATIONS, VISIT MYSOUTHSHORELINE.COM

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