Bikes on TTC vehicles
You are allowed to bring your bike or e-bike onto TTC buses, streetcars and subways (except Wheel-Trans and Community Buses) on weekends and statutory holidays, and if space permits, during the following off-peak hours Monday to Friday:
- Before 6:30 a.m.
- Between 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
- After 7 p.m.
Taking your bike on a TTC bus
All TTC buses (except Wheel-Trans and Community Buses) have bike racks so you can bring your bike on your journey.
Depending on the bus type, bike racks can hold one or two bikes. The racks are easy to load and unload, and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. You pay your regular fare and your bike rides for free.
All accessories water bottles, air pumps, panniers, child carriers, bags and other loose items must be removed from your bike prior to loading so operators’ sight lines are not impeded. The operator has the right to refuse the use of the bike rack if their sight lines are not clear. Motorized bicycles and e-bikes are not permitted on TTC vehicle bike racks.
When are bikes permitted?
You can rack your bike on TTC buses any time of day. During peak periods Monday to Friday 6:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., if the rack is full, you have to wait for the next bus equipped with a bike rack.
Who can use them?
Children 12 years of age or under must be accompanied by an adult in order to use the bike racks.
What bikes can be loaded?
Conventional two-wheeled bicycles are allowed on bike racks (wheels at least 41 cm [16 inches]). E-bikes, motorized bikes, tricycles, and bikes with carriers or trailers are not permitted on bus bike racks at any time.
TTC personnel may refuse cyclists access to the bike rack due to unsafe conditions, or for any other reason, at the TTC’s discretion. The sole responsibility for properly securing the bike rests with the cyclist. The TTC is not responsible for damages directly or indirectly incurred or caused by or to bicycles, to any person or property, or for lost or stolen bicycles.
How to load your bike
- Bikes to be loaded onto the rack from the curb side.
- Bikes are not to be locked to the bike rack or bus.
- The bike’s front wheel may be locked to the bike frame before the bus arrives.
- You cannot ride your bike on any roadway within subway stations.
Taking your bike on a TTC streetcar or subway
You can bring walk your bike or e-bike onto a TTC streetcar or subway any time on weekends and statutory holidays and during the following off-peak hours Monday to Friday, if space permits:
- Before 6:30 a.m.
- Between 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
- After 7 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What should I do if I encounter a suspected lithium-ion battery fire on the TTC?
- Do not try to extinguish the fire, as lithium-ion fires are unpredictable and may not respond to traditional fire suppression methods.
- If you’re on a bus, alert the Operator immediately. If you’re on a streetcar, use the intercom to alert the Operator immediately. Bus and streetcar Operators have an alarm system and two-way radios to call for assistance. The can also turn on an audible alarm or flashing lights on the outside of the vehicle to get the attention of police.
- If you’re on a subway, press the yellow emergency alarm strip located above the windows, along the wheelchair positions and near the subway car doors. On the subway platform, use the intercom located in the Designated Waiting Area to alert TTC staff who will contact emergency responders.
- Exit the vehicle or property, listen for announcements and follow additional instructions provided by TTC staff.
For more information about your safety and security while riding the TTC, visit our webpage.
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Can an e-scooter or e-bike be operated in or on TTC property?
No. Subsection 3.6 of TTC By-Law No. 1 states, “No person shall operate a motor vehicle on TTC property except upon roadways, parking areas or any other areas designated for use by motor vehicles.”
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Where can I operate an e-scooter in Toronto?
E-scooters that are standing electric kick-scooters are not allowed to be operated, left, stored or parked on any public street in Toronto, including bicycle lanes, cycle tracks, trails, paths, sidewalks or parks under Municipal Code Chapters 950, 886 and 608. They are not permitted on TTC vehicles or properties.
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Where can I operate an e-bike in Toronto?
Roadway
(vehicle lanes)
Bicycle lane
(painted only)
Cycle track Multi-use trails and paths Sidewalks Traditional bicycle Yes Yes Yes Yes No E-bike requiring pedaling (“pedelecs”) under 40 kg Yes Yes Yes Yes No E-bike requiring pedaling (“pedelecs” over 40 kg) Yes Yes Yes No No Power-assisted e-bike (max. 120 kg, max. speed 32 km/hr) Yes Yes No No No Motorcycles, mopeds, motor scooters Yes No No No No