RAIL TRAIL BIKE SHUTTLE

LAMOILLE VALLEY RAIL TRAIL SHUTTLE INFORMATION (please read)

• Pricing for the bike shuttle is color coordinated by zones of trail.  All prices are per person, one way rates and includes transportation for you and your bike. 

• Pricing is dictated per zone no matter where one is picked up or dropped off within. Travel within one zone of trail = $25. Travel across two zones of trail = $45. Pricing across all three zones of trail (a full trail ride) = $65.  Taxes and credit card fees will apply.

• All shuttle rides must be BOOKED IN ADVANCE. The shuttle does not run without advance reservation or with less than two riders. IF you book the shuttle on a day with less than two riders we will hold a seat and wait for additional riders and will provide a full refund if the two rider minimum is not met. Our shuttle is a comfortable large 14 passenger bus, so it doesn't make environmental or economical sense to operate the shuttle with less than 2 passengers.

• Please PLAN TO ARRIVE 15 MINUTES BEFORE YOUR DEPARTURE TIME. We are generally on time or within 5-10 minutes of the scheduled departure and we don't want to leave without you.

• Our shuttle departs from the middle of the trail in Johnson, VT and heads east to St. Johnsbury and yes we do offer an EARLY BIRD SHUTTLE. The public AM Shuttle departs from the west in St. Johnsbury, VT traveling on US Route 2 to VT Route 15 in the morning, stopping at multiple trailheads along the way for pickups/drop-offs. From Cambridge we travel west on route 108 to Fairfield then stay on Route 36 on to the Park and Ride in St. Albans, VT and then north to Swanton, VT. We follow the reverse in general in the afternoon with an additional stop in Sheldon Jct. at the intersection of the Missisiquoi Valley Rail Trail.

• Our shuttle can accommodate all types of regular acoustic bikes and ebikes 49 lbs. and under.  Please contact us in advance if you are using a non-standard bike such as a tandem, recumbent bike, three-wheeler, electric fat bikes or if you are bringing a luggage trailer or other such accessory with you so that we can be sure it fits. Additional charges may apply for the use of our enclosed trailer. Please contact us to discuss options for  a custom shuttle. 

• Custom Group Shuttles are available! Please contact us directly and we'd be happy to work with you! Due to cost, groups of 5 or more are recommended for custom shuttles.

• Due to the road route, it's proximity to the rail trail and the convenient accommodations it offers, we have included St. Albans in our stop schedule.  Though the trail does not go through this town it's proximity with lodging and accommodation make it a desirable LVRT hub.

• There is usually plenty of parking at the trailheads for day travel, however some trailheads do not allow overnight parking. The best overnight parking options can be found at your accommodation or at the Park and Ride in St. Johnsbury at the east end of the trail and the Park and Ride in St. Albans and Swanton on the west end of the trail.

• Gear - If your bike has Bike Racks, Panniers, Saddlebags etc. please plan to remove any loose/heavy gear for the shuttle ride or have it appropriately strapped down. There is no charge for bags you bring with you on your bicycle. Alternatively, bike racks, bags and cargo trailers are all also available for rent as an add on.  

• Luggage transport - If you are booking the shuttle or bike rentals Daily Luggage Transfer options for riders on a full trail/multi day ride are available based on your itinerary. We work with each group directly to ensure a smooth trip experience. Typical costs are $35 per bag per drop for all bags under 35 lbs. Please CONTACT US for rates and reservations.

• For more Trip planning information and resources please visit our Rail Trail Info page. 

For additional information please visit our FAQ's page or feel free to contact us!