How to Use Mass Transit When Bicycle Commuting

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Is commuting to work on a bike difficult because work is further away than you'd like to bike? Integrating mass transit into your overall commute may make cycling to work possible.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Step1
Call your local transit authority to find out the policies regarding bikes on trains and buses. You may need to attend a short class to learn how to get your bike on board, and you may need to get a permit to get onto trains or buses with your bike.
Step2
Get maps from your transit authority that outline transit routes so that you can figure out which route is best for your commute.
Step3
Figure out how much biking you want to do every day and how much public transportation you can tolerate, and find a transit point that satisfies both.
Step4
Consider biking to the train or bus station, leaving your bike and then taking mass transit the rest of the way. This can be a helpful solution if your area doesn't allow bikes on mass transit or the hours they do don't work with your schedule.
Step5
Think about biking to the gym, if you belong to one, and getting ready for work there before catching mass transit the rest of the way.

Tips & Warnings

  • Cycling in traffic can be dangerous. Observe all traffic laws, and avoid potential hazards.

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