A Bike Bus is simply a group of families riding to school together along a regular route. Around the world communities are discovering the joy and positivity this simple act brings. This video paints a thousand words.

The concept was popularised in the USA by one man, Sam Balto, who created Bike Bus World. The Bike Bus Network is heavily influenced by his work, and Sam’s website is a great place to start your learning.

The first route in the Bike Bus Network is in Cardiff South. For more info and to jump on a bus, click below:

• South of Cardiff South Public School, New South Wales, Australia.

Other bike busses in Australia include:

• Zero Carbon Merri-bek, a council initiative in Melbourne.
• Dutch Cargo Bikes support various bike busses around the country.
• The Bike Bus Project is a Bicycle NSW initiative with 8 routes in Sydney, but with a focus on commuting, not school.

Curious? I heartily recommend these resources :

• I Started a Bike Bus, and You Can Too, an inspiring story from WIRED of Adrienne So, who became a bike mum after watching through tears the joy recorded by Sam Balto.
• FRideDays Bike Bus - Walk Wheel Cycle Trust in the UK, who offer a very practical getting started guide that works anywhere.
• Other toolkits:
  • NL ToVP Bike Bus event TOOLKIT from Victoria Park in WA.
  • How to Start a Bike Bus from Dutch Cargo Bikes.
  • Bike Bus World - Getting Started Guide from the OG.

Join the network, for free. Just fill out the contact form below or email me to get:

• A template of route guidelines, bus rules and joining info to make your own.
• An optional WhatsApp group and on-boarding messages to handle your bike bus comms.
• A flyer template to get the word out in your neighbourhood.
• A web page on this site to point your riders too.