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The Blue Bikes Bike Share program in New Orleans is a partnership between the City of New Orleans and Social Bicycles, and is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana. All around the city, you'll notice racks of blue bikes – and they're a great way to get around the city.
- Are blue bikes available in New Orleans?
- What happened to the blue bikes in New Orleans?
- How much does it cost to rent a bike in New Orleans?
- Does New Orleans have scooters?
- How do you pay for blue bikes?
- How much is a blue bike?
Are blue bikes available in New Orleans?
Blue Cross is now back on board. Uber, a former program manager, recently donated all of the existing bike racks in the city to New Orleans, so the program will be able to continue to use them, Coats said. Blue Krewe plans to have 350 bikes in service by September, and 725 within the next four years.
What happened to the blue bikes in New Orleans?
Blue Bikes program in New Orleans is possibly ending for good -- not just amid coronavirus. The company that operates the New Orleans' bike-share program suspended its services in late March to reduce the spread of coronavirus.
How much does it cost to rent a bike in New Orleans?
Rental Rate Schedule
| 1/2 Day | Full Day | |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Rates | $30 | $40 |
| Premium Rates | $65 | $75 |
| Prime Rates | $100 | $125 |
| Mountain Tandem | $80 | $90 |
Does New Orleans have scooters?
Currently, the scooters have launched in a vast number of United States cities including Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and Atlanta. There has been a push by the BIRD company to bring the scooters to New Orleans, but there are many issues that stand in the way of New Orleans citizens being able to ride on the BIRDs.
How do you pay for blue bikes?
You can purchase a 24-hour pass or one-way Single Trip at any Bluebikes kiosk. Your ride code will appear on the screen (some kiosks have the option to print this code as well), or buy a bike key for $3 at a station with a key dispenser.
How much is a blue bike?
It's only $10 for 24-hour Bluebikes access and includes unlimited 2-hour rides. If you keep a bike out longer than 2 hours at a time, it's an extra $2.50 per additional 30 minutes.
