Victoria, BC
E‑bike share in Victoria, British Columbia
Getting around Victoria just got easier. Since August 2026, Lime has helped riders find a convenient, affordable way to move through the city; whether you’re commuting, running errands in Cook Street Village or meeting friends in Fernwood.
As the world’s largest shared electric vehicle company, Lime operates all across Victoria. Our vehicles are designed with safety, reliability and sustainability in mind, helping reduce congestion and lower emissions in the communities we serve.
We’re working toward a more sustainable, lower-carbon future for Victoria. Learn more about our sustainability efforts here.
Last updated: Oct 1, 2026
Where you can ride
Vehicles are available through most of the city and by early 2027 vehicles will be available throughout all neighbourhoods in Victoria.
Lime is a permitted shared mobility operator under the city’s bike shared program
No-ride or restricted zones:
Harbour Pathway (pedestrian only)
Songhees Walkway (pedestrian only)
Beyond the boundaries of the City of Victoria
If you ride into a no-parking or no-ride zone, your vehicle may automatically reduce speed or prevent ending your trip.
Slow Zones:
Government Street from Wharf/Humboldt St and View Street (pedestrian priority zone)
Dallas Road multi use pathway from Dock Street to Clover Point
If you ride into a slow zone, your vehicle will automatically slow to a maximum assisted speed of 15 km/h.
Parking:
Park in designated Lime parking stations shown in the app. Park upright, out of the pedestrians’ way.
In Victoria, riders must wear a helmet. The app will guide you through how to release the helmet at the start of your trip and lock the helmet before ending your ride.
How to rent and ride
New to Lime? Getting started is easy:
Download the Lime app
Create your account
Open the app to find a nearby vehicle
Scan the QR code on any Lime vehicle to unlock
Ride safely to your destination
Park responsibly and end your trip in the app
Check out the Lime app for more safety tips and quick tutorials before your first ride.
Pricing options in Victoria
Choose the option that works best for the way you ride:
- LimePrime
Unlock unlimited flat-rate rides, free unlocks, extended reservations and more for the price of a latte each month. - LimePass minute bundles
Prepay for a bundle of minutes to get free unlocks and discounted rides. Choose from a variety of minute bundles to find an option that works for you. - Pay-as-you-go
New to Lime? Pay-as-you-go lets you hop on for a low unlock fee + per-minute pricing.
For all current pricing details, download the Lime app and open Wallet.
Equity at Lime
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Communities thrive when people are connected. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing sustainable transportation to all, regardless of age, background, income or ability. Lime Access is our industry-leading affordability program that provides discounted rides to those who qualify. Learn more about Lime Access here.
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Lime has options for riders without bank accounts or credit cards. All these payment options are the same price as payment by credit, and there are no fees or surcharges to use the cash payment option. There also is no change in the standard reserving, unlocking, locking, and parking processes when paying with cash.
Prepaid Debit Cards: All riders can use prepaid cards just like a credit card. Prepaid cards can be found at local distributors like shoppers, grocery stores etc.
Uber Gift Cards: Riders can purchase Uber gift cards at thousands of retailers for cash, then use the cards to reserve and pay for Lime devices through our exclusive Uber integration. Riders who book through Uber are prompted with a Lime scooter when riders request a journey within our service area, and payment takes place through their Uber account.
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Lime Assist is a first-of-its-kind program aimed at extending access to shared electric vehicles for persons with varying abilities. Lime Assist offers access to our accessible vehicles on demand and at no cost. Riders can make a reservation on our website, where they select a vehicle and drop-off time. Lime then delivers the vehicle to a rider’s door and picks it up 24 hours later when they are finished using it. Reserve a Lime Assist ride here.
Vehicles in Victoria, BC
Safety and local rules
We’re here to make getting around Victoria fun and safe. Please follow local laws and city guidelines when riding:
Must be 16+ to ride, and if under 19 you must ride with parent or guardian’s permission
Helmet use: Required by law
No riding under the influence
Only one rider per Lime vehicle
Ride in bike lanes where available.
No sidewalk riding
Parking guidelines
Riders must:
Park their vehicle in a dedicated Lime station.
The Lime app will walk you through proper parking, share local guidelines and may require a photo before you can end your ride.
Failure to follow local rules may result in charges or penalties under City regulations.
FAQs
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Yes. Lime vehicles are currently available to rent in Victoria, within the designated service area.
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Download the Lime app, create an account, find a nearby vehicle on the in-app map and scan the QR code on your vehicle to unlock. You can end your ride in the app once you’ve parked properly in a Lime Designated Parking Station.
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Pricing rates and options can be found in the Lime app.
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Yes. You must be 16 or over to ride Lime in Victoria and if under 19 you must ride with parent or guardian’s permission.
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No, riding on sidewalks isn’t permitted. Please use bike lanes where available and leave sidewalks clear for pedestrians.
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Park in a designated e-bike parking station. Park upright, out of the pedestrian right-of-way, and in accordance with Victoria regulations.
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The fastest way to get help is through the Support tab in your Lime app. For additional support resources, visit the Lime Help Center alternatively email [email protected].
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Yes, please reach out to [email protected] for more information.
