Get outside: Explore local bike trails with your bike and the bus

As we head toward the end of spring, the weather is finally starting to improve here in the Pacific Northwest—and by that, we mean it’s not raining all the time (just sometimes!). Like a lot of folks, you might be feeling the itch to get outside, enjoy some fresh air, and stretch your legs

Have you thought about taking your bike on the bus to reach local bike trails? Leave your car at home—let us do the driving while you relax on the way to your ride.

Loading your bike on the bus

Every Community Transit bus is equipped with a bike rack, and bringing your bike along is free. Most normal two-wheel bikes are allowed on the bus, but there are a few exceptions.

Some basics:

• Bike racks are on the front of most buses
• On Swift bus rapid transit, racks are inside the bus
• It’s your responsibility to load and unload your bicycle; the bus driver can’t assist you
• Bikes may be loaded or unloaded at any bus stop

Visit our website to learn more, including a step-by-step guide on how to load your bike onto a bike rack.

Local bike trails you can reach with Community Transit

Snohomish County is full of natural beauty, and there are some awesome spots to go biking. The best part? You can get to a bunch of them by bus!

Centennial Trail

This 30-mile paved trail runs from the City of Snohomish north to the Skagit County line. It’s 10 feet wide, which makes it perfect for bikers, walkers, and skaters to all enjoy the trail together.

Along the way, you’ll find picnic benches and scenic views of farmlands, the Snohomish River, and maybe even a few wildlife critters. Learn more about the Centennial Trail.

• Community Transit routes that access the Centennial Trail can be found here.

Interurban Trail

This 11.8-mile paved trail connects Everett, Mill Creek, Lynnwood, Edmonds—and eventually Seattle! Fun fact: it follows the route once used by the Interurban Trolley, which ran from downtown Seattle to Everett from 1910 to 1939. Learn more about the Interurban Trail.

• Community Transit routes that connect to the Interurban Trail can be found here.

North Creek Trail

The North Creek Trail has segments that run through Mill Creek, Bothell, and Everett. It’s mostly 10 feet wide and shaded, winding through semi-urban areas and along the edge of the North Creek watershed.

Start your ride with a picnic at McCollum Park to hop on the north segment of the trail. Learn more here.

• Community Transit routes that connect you to the North Creek Trail can be found here.

Plan your trip
These are just three great biking trail options accessible by Community Transit. Ready to ride? Plan your trip today by visiting communitytransit.org/planmytrip. Plug in your starting point, destination, and your preferred travel time to see your best route options.