About CityBikes
Our mission, goals, and how to use the app to find bikes anywhere in the world.
What Is CityBikes?
CityBikes is a web application that aggregates real-time data from bike-sharing networks around the world using the open CityBikes API. CityBikes gives users access to live station data from hundreds of networks across more than 50 countries.
With CityBikes you can search for any city or country and immediately see a map of every bike station in that area, along with real-time availability — how many bikes are ready to rent and how many docks are free.
No account required. No downloads.
Our Goals
Accessibility
Make bike-sharing information easy to find for everyone, regardless of city or country.
Global Reach
Support travelers and tourists who need quick information about bike infrastructure in unfamiliar cities around the world.
Real-Time Accuracy
Display live station data so users always know whether a station has bikes available or docks free before making a trip.
How to Use the App
Follow these steps to find available bikes at your destination.
Search for Your Location
Click Find Bikes in the navigation bar or the Search Now button to open the Location Search page.
Enter a City or Country
Type the name of a city (e.g., DC for Washington DC) or country (e.g., GR for Germany) into the search bar and press Search. (FYI: Only type two initials of city or country name.)
View Networks on the Map
Matching bike networks appear on an interactive world map. You will see the network name, city, country, and operator.
Select a Network
Click a network in the results list or on the map to open its Result Page with full station detail.
Check Station Availability
The Result Page shows each station pinned on the map with a live count of available bikes and free docks. Stations are color-coded by availability.