Bike + Scoot
Ready to ride? Biking and scooting are fun, affordable ways to explore Seattle and get where you need to go, all while staying active and cutting down on traffic and emissions. Whether you’ve got your own wheels or want to try bike or scooter share, you’ll find tips and tools here to help you plan your route, ride safely, and make the most of your trip.
Find tools and resources to help you plan your next bike or scooter trip around Seattle. Every trip flipped makes a difference. Explore your options – and ride on!
- Google Maps – Find bike routes, commute options, and offline maps. Plan the best time to ride and explore new routes.
- Apple Maps – View bike route options, including elevation, estimated travel times and traffic conditions.
- Seattle bike map – Find bike lanes, bike facilities, and multi-use trails throughout Seattle.
- Transit App – Trip-planning app for getting around by bus, train, bike or foot.
- The Bikery’s Bike Commute Help Desk – Get personalized help planning your bike commute from local bike experts.
Explore tips, guides, and safety resources to help you ride smart and get the most out of your bike or scooter trips. Ride smart. Stay safe. And flip your trip with confidence!
- Bicycle 101 – A visual guide to getting around Seattle by bike. (PDF)
- How to use Seattle bike lanes – Learn how to navigate bike lanes safely and confidently.
- Use your bike to connect to transit – Tips for using your bike with buses, trains, streetcars, and ferries.
- How to load and unload a bike on transit – Step-by-step guidance on using bike racks on buses and trains.
- How to share the road with transit – Learn how to safely share streets with buses and other large vehicles.
- How to secure your bike at transit stations – Tips for locking your bike at transit hubs and stations.
- How to keep your bike safe from theft – Best practices for preventing bike theft in Seattle.
- How to fit your bike helmet – Always wear a helmet. Learn how to properly fit your bike helmet for safety. (PDF)
Learn how to rent and ride shared bikes and scooters — and ride safely around Seattle.
- How to use scooter and bike share – A guide on how to rent devices, how to park them, and more.
- Discount fare programs for scooter and bike share – Find discount fare options for eligible riders.
Check out these mobility safety videos from Sal the Salmon!
Connect with local bike organizations for support, education, and resources to help you enjoy your biking experience in Seattle.
Explore tools and tips to help you ride smarter and make informed choices about your trip.
- SDOT Bike Program – Learn more about getting around Seattle by bicycle.
- How to Use Scooter Share and Bike Share in Seattle – Find step-by-step guidance, tips to get started, and find out how to get a free helmet.
- Commute Calculator – Calculate your commute costs and see how switching to biking, scooting, or another mode could save you time and money.
- SDOT Bicycling Resources – Learn about bikes on transit, bike parking and find more area bike maps.
Did you
KNOW?
Seattle has 34 miles of protected bike lanes, 75 miles of bike lanes, and 54 miles of neighborhood greenways.