Taipei YouBike

May 20

YouBike is a network of rentable bicycles similar to Citi Bike in New York City or Toronto Bike Share in Toronto. Cruiser bicycles are available at 196 stations throughout the city to rent with a credit card. If you’re looking to explore the city on short trips, you may want to consider renting a bicycle.

Pricing

There are a few different options for renting your YouBike bicycle.

Single Trip•NT$10

Each 30 minute trip costs NT$10. You will be charged an additional NT$10 for each 30 minute increment up to the first four hours. You will be charged NT$20 for each 30 minute increment between 4 and 8 hours and NT$40 for each 30 minute increment beyond 8 hours. You must return the bike to a dock within 24 hours. If you sign up on the YouBike website, phone app or Kiosk to become a member, your first 30 minutes will be NT$5.

YouBike System Map

There are many docking stations in Taipei to find a YouBike bicycle. To find one near you, check the app or website.

How to Start Your Trip

The best way to use YouBike is as a member. Signing up for membership is free and will allow you to use EasyCard to pay for your YouBike trips. You can become a member on the YouBike website, mobile app, or at a YouBike kiosk next to a docking station. To start your trip, first check the bicycle you wish to take to make sure the tire pressure is good and the brakes work. Tap your EasyCard on the dock to begin your trip. When the docking station light blinks green, your bike has been unlocked and you may remove it and begin riding.

How to End Your Trip

To end your trip, find a YouBike dock location with an empty spot for your bicycle. Push and hold the front wheel into the open base station until the bike locks. There are white lines on the ground to help you line up the bike to the lock. Once the dock beeps, a blue light will blink, and your bike is locked, your trip is complete. Then tap your card on the dock to end your trip.