Experience Metro DC
on Two Wheels

Capital Bikeshare is metro DC's bikeshare service, with 5,000 bikes and 700+ stations across
7 jurisdictions: Washington, DC.; Arlington, VA; Alexandria, VA; Montgomery, MD; Prince George's County, MD; Fairfax County, VA; and the City of Falls Church, VA.

Designed for quick trips with convenience in mind, it’s a fun and affordable way to get around.

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Join

Become a member online or purchase a short-term pass from the app or kiosk to use the Capital Bikeshare system.
See Pricing

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Unlock

Find an available bike nearby, scan the QR code in the app, get a ride code at the kiosk, or use your bike key to unlock it.
Find a bike

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Ride

Take as many short trips as you want while your pass or membership is active.
See Popular Rides

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Return

Return your bike to any station, and wait for the green light on the dock to make sure it's locked.
Get Started

Why Join Capital Bikeshare?

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Save Time

Capital Bikeshare is often faster than other modes of transportation. It's quick to grab a bike when you need one and convenient to drop it off at any station when you're done.

Get Started
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Save Money

Using Capital Bikeshare can save a lot of money. The Annual Membership includes unlimited trips on classic bike rides under 45 minutes.

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Have Fun

Whether you’re using Capital Bikeshare to commute to work or ride to meet friends, we bet you’ll get there with a smile on your face.

Try It Out
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Get Exercise

Getting places by pedal power is great exercise. Even biking short distances can have positive effects on your health and stress level.

Find a Bike
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Go Green

Biking saves fuel, prevents carbon emissions and keeps pollutants out of the air. It’s not only healthy for you, but also for the environment!

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Single Trip

$1/unlock

$0.05/min for a classic bike ride and $0.15/min for an ebike.

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24-Hour Pass

$8/day

Our most popular option for tourists and visitors

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Annual Membership

$7.92*/month

Unlimited 45-minute rides on a classic bike

*$95 billed upfront annually

Rules of the Road

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Ride with Traffic

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Obey Traffic Laws

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Yield to Pedestrians

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Use Hand Signals

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Meet the bikes

The Capital Bikeshare fleet brings you the ride you’ve been waiting for.