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Equity on two wheels

We’re working to expand access to bikeshare. It’s part of our ongoing effort to help create safer and healthier communities, pursue equity, and celebrate the diversity that makes our region so incredible.

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Income-Eligible Memberships

Bluebikes is excited to offer special reduced-cost memberships to our community. If you qualify, you can enjoy riding for just $50 a year or $5 every 30 days. Plus, if you're a City of Boston resident meeting the income guidelines, you can grab a Boston Bikes Pass for only $5 a year.

Same benefits. Lower price.

Members get unlimited 60-minute classic bike rides, reduced ebike rates—and a whole lot more. After 60 minutes, there’s an additional fee of $0.07 per minute for classic bikes. The easiest way to get going is to use the app, but we can also mail bike keys to members who may not have smartphones. You can also pick up a bike key at select Boston Public Library branches.

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Who’s eligible

If you participate in one of the programs listed below, you are eligible for a reduced membership:

  • SNAP
  • WIC
  • Section 8
  • MassHealth
  • ConnectorCare
  • Pell Grants
  • Public Housing

Individuals who do not participate in any public assistance program may still qualify based on income.

Note: You cannot use SNAP benefits to purchase your membership.

Benefits

  • Unlimited free 60-min classic rides
  • $0.07/min ebike rides
  • No bike unlock fees
  • Become a Bike Angel and earn Bike Angel Points
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Requirements

  • Members must be 16 or older
  • Members must provide a credit, debit, or prepaid card
  • Members must submit documentation from the list below that proves eligibility. All documentation must be issued within the past two years.

SNAP

  • Official EBT Card
  • EBT Balance Screenshot
  • Statement of Benefits
  • Summer EBT

WIC

  • WIC Card
  • WIC Shopping List

Section 8

  • HUD Housing Choice Voucher
  • Boston Housing Authority Section 8
  • Housing Assistance Payment Contract

MassHealth

  • MassHealth Card
  • Insurance cards showing a “MassHealth” ID
  • Enrollment letter from Health & Human Services

ConnectorCare

  • Insurance Card
  • Screenshots showing enrollment
  • Only tiers 1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 3C are accepted

Pell Grants

  • FAFSA letter granted by school
  • Pell Grant Screenshot
  • Student Aid Report

Public Housing
Leases from

  • Boston Housing Authority
  • Brookline Housing Authority
  • Cambridge Housing Authority
  • Everett Housing Authority
  • Somerville Housing Authority

Documentation of Low Income

  • Last 2 paystubs
  • W2
  • State or Federal tax return

Any questions?
Contact Bikeshare@boston.gov or customerservice@bluebikes.com

Additional pricing

The first 60 minutes of each ride on a classic bike are included in the membership.

Members are charged $0.07/minute after 60 minutes.

Ebike rides cost $0.07/minute.

All Income Eligible members who live in Boston can get a $5/year membership.

Renewing your membership

There’s no annual commitment for monthly members. Your membership renews after 30 days only if you ride again. You’ll be charged the $5 monthly membership at that time.

Learn more with our FAQs and sign up today