National Rail Conditions of Travel - Part E: Making your train journey

22.1 Non-folding cycles are permitted on most train services, but restrictions may apply at particular times of day and/or days of the week. In some cases, a charge may be made, and a reservation may be required.

22.2 If a cycle reservation is not honoured, the Train Company responsible will refund any reservation fee paid. If the Train Company is unable to provide alternative equivalent accommodation for your cycle and you therefore decide not to travel you will be entitled to claim a refund under Condition 29 for your journey, without any administration charge. You must make your claim within 28 days of the planned journey, including the Ticket and cycle reservation for the journey concerned.

22.3 Unless prohibited by a Train Company’s individual cycle policy, electric assist pedal cycles and e-scooters may be carried on trains provided that they are similar in size to a traditional cycle or scooter. Power assisted cycles without traditional cycle-style pedals, or with oversized dimensions cannot be carried.

22.4 Fully folding cycles may be treated as luggage as shown in Condition 23 below.