Lime Bikeshare Rolls onto Campus!
Just in time for Bike Month, city-wide bikeshare has finally returned to Louisville and UofL's campuses after a 2.5 year hiatus...and this time the bikes are dockless with electric assist, allowing you to pedal anywhere you want to go! Look for the fleet of 250 new Lime e-bikes staged across campus and around town. Learn more about how to find and use them here.
In April 2026, the Louisville Metro Department of Transportation (DOT) announced the launch of a new micromobility program designed to expand affordable, accessible, and sustainable transportation options for residents. The program includes an exclusive operating agreement with Lime and a strategic partnership with the Transit Authority of River City (TARC).
This new initiative introduces a broader range of shared mobility options, including electric bicycles (e-bikes) and seated scooters, providing residents with flexible alternatives for short trips, connections to bus routes, and daily commuting. Louisville Metro’s dockless fleet will expand from approximately 1,300 vehicles to 2,000.
Rides cost $1 to unlock the vehicle and $0.39 per minute. Or you can choose the LimePrime flat-rate subscription, which provides unlimited trips for a flat fee of $2.50 per trip for up to 20 minutes.
The collaboration with TARC integrates micromobility with Louisville Metro’s public transit network, which is free for all UofL employees and currently enrolled students, making it easier for riders to connect between buses and shared vehicles.
Benefits include:
- 50% discounted rides for trips that begin in West and South Louisville neighborhoods
- TARC Riders Club members get 10% off!
- An increased fleet size for better service coverage
- Integration with TARC’s Transit App
- New designated bike/scooter parking areas
The initiative is part of a broader commitment to sustainability, reduced congestion, and improved quality of life for all residents!
