Bike Commute Cost & Time Savings Calculator
See exactly how switching your commute to a bicycle stacks up against driving or public transit in dollars and hours per year.
Estimated Annual Savings by Biking
—
Annual Driving/Transit Cost ($)—
Annual Bike Maintenance Cost ($)—
Net Annual Savings ($)—
Extra Hours Spent Biking vs Driving (hrs/yr)—
About this calculator
Compare the cost and time of commuting by bike versus driving or transit, factoring in fuel, parking, transit fares, and bike maintenance over a year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this include the upfront cost of a bike?
No, this calculator focuses on ongoing commuting costs. Add your bike's purchase price separately and amortize it over its expected lifespan if you want a fuller picture.
What counts as bike maintenance cost?
Tires, tubes, chain lube, tune-ups, and occasional part replacements. $10-20/month is typical for a regularly used commuter bike.
Why might biking take more time?
Bikes are usually slower than cars in free-flowing traffic, but in congested cities biking can actually be faster — adjust the speed sliders to reflect your real conditions.