CHICAGO — The city is expanding access to Divvy bikes with over 200 new or upgraded stations in underserved communities and “high-demand” areas, Mayor Brandon Johnson, the city’s Department of Transportation and Lyft announced Monday.
Expansion Details
Approximately 100 existing Divvy sites will be upgraded to “densified” stations, capable of docking more bikes or e-bikes, according to Erica Schroeder, CDOT’s director of public affairs. Existing dock equipment will be relocated and reinstalled to create 100 additional new stations.
CDOT and Lyft are collaborating with the Chicago Park District to install stations along the lakefront and in other “dense” neighborhoods. New stations are expected around Grant Park and on the North Side before peak riding season. The city also plans to fill gaps in Downtown neighborhoods, including River North, Streeterville, and the Loop.
New stations are also planned for neighborhoods on the city’s Far South, Southwest, South, and Northwest sides, where there are currently less than four stations per square mile. Stations on the West, Northwest, and Southwest sides will be upgraded to accommodate both e-bikes and pedal bikes. Downtown and lakefront stations will receive charging infrastructure for e-bikes.
Affordability and Access
Divvy will continue to offer affordable membership options this year. The annual membership will cost $99 for new and lapsed members, while current members can renew for $143.90. Unlock fees will be removed for trips beginning in Equity Priority Areas on the city’s Far South, South, West, and Northwest sides.
City officials will partner with local organizations to increase outreach and enrollment in Divvy for Everyone, a program offering $5 annual memberships and reduced pricing for income-eligible residents.
Divvy riders experienced more than 500,000 trips this year, surpassing previous winter ridership records. Combined with Lime scooters, the city saw nearly 13 million trips in 2025.
Recent Price Adjustments
Divvy recently implemented price increases to support ongoing maintenance, system improvements, and expansion. These changes include:
- Classic bikes: $0.20 per minute (after the included 45 minutes)
- E-bikes: $0.20 per minute, with rides between 31-45 minutes capped at $6
- Scooters: $0.34 per minute
- E-bike and scooter out-of-station parking: $2
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost of a Divvy annual membership for new riders?
The Divvy annual membership will cost $99 for new and lapsed members.
Where are new Divvy stations planned?
New stations are planned for underserved communities, “high-demand” areas, Downtown neighborhoods including River North, Streeterville, and the Loop, and neighborhoods on the Far South, Southwest, South, and Northwest sides.
What changes have been made to Divvy pricing?
Classic bike rides now cost $0.20 per minute after the first 45 minutes. E-bike rides are $0.20 per minute, with rides between 31-45 minutes capped at $6. Scooter rides are $0.34 per minute, and out-of-station parking for e-bikes and scooters now costs $2.
Will these changes to the Divvy system encourage more residents to utilize bike-sharing as a transportation option?
