Citi Bike Expands Throughout NYC Reaching More Neighborhoods in 2025

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Major Citi Bike Expansion Reaches More Neighborhoods

New York City is making significant strides toward sustainable transportation with a major expansion of Citi Bike, the city’s popular bike-share program. Beginning in fall 2025, Citi Bike will expand service across the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens, while adding more docking stations in high-demand areas of Manhattan. This growth aims to improve transportation access and support eco-friendly travel throughout the city.

New Neighborhoods Join Citi Bike Network

The latest expansion will bring Citi Bike service to several new communities:

Bronx: Norwood, Riverdale

Brooklyn: Brownsville, East New York, Kensington, Bay Ridge

Queens: Areas west of Flushing Meadows Corona Park

Additionally, high-traffic neighborhoods such as Midtown and Downtown Manhattan, Harlem, East Harlem, Downtown Brooklyn, Williamsburg, Greenpoint, and Park Slope will receive new docking stations to meet rising demand.

“This Citi Bike expansion is the latest way we’re making it easier and more affordable to get around New York City, particularly for low-income New Yorkers,” said Mayor Eric Adams. “People in Brownsville and other low-income neighborhoods deserve Citi Bike access as much as any other New Yorker, and this expansion brings us closer to ensuring just that.”

photo credit: NYC Mayor’s Office:,NYC Mayor Eric Adams Riding Citibike on Brooklyn Bridge – Archived NYC DOT

Strengthening NYC’s Transportation Network

Citi Bike has become a critical part of New York City’s transit system, with over 44 million rides logged this year. The upcoming expansion will add more than 250 new stations and 2,900 bikes, half of which will be electric. Once complete, Citi Bike will serve 5.6 million New Yorkers—about 64% of the city’s population—within a five-minute walk of a station.

“Citi Bike is more popular than ever because it’s convenient, sustainable, and a quick way to get around,” said Ydanis Rodriguez, New York City Department of Transportation Commissioner. “We thank Lyft for this investment and look forward to working with them on these important program improvements.”

Since its launch in 2013, Citi Bike has expanded from 6,000 bikes and 332 stations to a projected 36,000 bikes and 2,400 stations, marking nearly seven times its original size.

Broad Support from City and State Leaders

City and state officials have praised the expansion for its environmental and economic benefits:

Senator Michael Gianaris: “I look forward to Citi Bike’s continued growth into more neighborhoods throughout our city.”

Senator Andrew Gounardes: “Expanding Citi Bike to neighborhoods like Bay Ridge is a win for our environment, economy, and communities.”

Assemblymember Jenifer Rajkumar: “This expansion ensures all New Yorkers, especially those in transit deserts, have equal access to Citi Bike.”

Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr.: “This is a step forward in making Queens more bike-friendly and reducing auto congestion.”

Innovations and Greater Accessibility

The expansion will also introduce kioskless docking stations for more flexible bike returns and pickups. To improve affordability, the city has expanded Fair Fares NYC eligibility and provided free MetroCards for Summer Youth Employment Program participants, along with free two-month Citi Bike memberships.

These initiatives align with broader sustainability goals, such as electrifying school buses and the city’s vehicle fleet.

“It’s been astounding to see Citi Bike grow from an idea into a critical part of New York City’s transportation network,” said Caroline Samponaro, Lyft’s Vice President of External Affairs for Urban Solutions.

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