Cyclist riding through Cambridge on a city bike

No booking needed · Bikes ready to ride · Lock & lights included · Central Cambridge

How it works

Visit the shop

Get your bike

Ride away

Quick setup and you’re ready to go in minutes

Bike rental in Cambridge – simple, flexible rental

Our Cambridge bike rental service is designed to be simple and flexible. Whether you’re looking for bike hire in Cambridge for a day, a week or longer, you can just turn up and get riding. We provide reliable city bikes suitable for visitors, students and local residents, with affordable short-term rentals and low-cost long-term hire options. If you’re searching for bike rental in Cambridge with no booking required, we’re ready when you are.

City trekking bike

All bikes include everything you need

Comfortable, reliable bikes fully equipped for getting around Cambridge.

  • Lights included
  • Secure lock provided
  • Mudguards for all-weather riding
  • Helmets available to rent or buy
  • Regular maintenance
  • Baskets availble by request

Our bikes are practical city and student models – comfortable, durable and built for everyday use. Multiple sizes available to suit different riders. All bikes are available for hire from our Cambridge shop, making it easy to pick up a rental bike and start cycling straight away.

Ideal for

  • Visitors exploring Cambridge by bike
  • International students and language students on short stays
  • Day trips, weekends and short-term visits
  • Conference visitors and academic stays
  • Anyone looking for simple, flexible bike rental in central Cambridge
Bike hire cycling over the river Cam in cambridge

Bikes for families

For children under 12, we recommend contacting us in advance to check availability. We have a limited stock of:

  • Children’s bikes (under 12)
  • Tag-a-longs (approx. 5–6 years)
  • Child seats (15 months – 3.5 years)

Our smallest bikes are 20″ wheel size, suitable for ages 6+.

Please note: We do not offer stabilisers, trailers or tricycles.

Simple, transparent pricing

Clear, affordable bike hire pricing in Cambridge with no hidden fees.

Short-term rental

  • From £40/week
  • Ideal for visitors & short stays

Long-term hire

  • From £15/month (3+ months)
  • Flexible rentals for families, professionals and students

£40 refundable cash deposit required for rentals over 1 day

Come into our Cambridge bike rental store to view our extensive range of bikes
Cambridge City Cycle hire store in Cambridge

When to contact us in advance

You can usually just visit our shop to pick up a pick. Contact us in advance only if you need:

  • Bikes for children
  • Larger groups
  • Specific requirements (e.g. touring setup)

For most bike hire in Cambridge, you can simply come along without booking.

Find us in Cambridge

61 Newnham Road
Cambridge
CB3 9EY

Located in Lammas Land, a short walk from the city centre

No booking needed — just come in

Questions? Get in touch before you visit

Summer season (April – October)
Monday – Friday
9:00am – 5:30pm

Winter season (November – March)
Monday – Friday (closed Wednesday)
9:00am – 5:00pm

Ready to hire a bike in Cambridge?

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