West Midlands
Lime e‑bikes & e‑scooters in West Midlands
Lime is the largest provider of shared electric vehicles in the world. We operate in more than 230 cities, in over 30 countries and deploy more than 200,000 e-bikes, e-scooters, and adaptive vehicles everyday. Since then, our riders have taken more than 300 million rides.
Lime is working in partnership with Transport for West Midlands and the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) to connect communities and making travel easier, safer, and more affordable for everyone.
Thank you for choosing to #RideGreen in West Midlands and helping us to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free.
How to get started
- Download the Lime app (App Store / Google Play links)
- Sign up / log in
- Add payment method
- Scan & ride
FAQs and rider tips
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You can sign up to Lime by downloading our app from the Google Play or Apple stores. You can log in using Google, your phone number or email address. You will then be able to ride in hundreds of locations worldwide. Reminder, Lime is for those aged 18+.
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We strongly advise you to always wear a helmet when riding, however, it’s not a requirement.
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Use the map above to see our service zone. You can ride within this boundary, except pavements!
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When parking, you must follow our parking rules which you can find below or on our app. Please park carefully and out of the way of others.
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To find our parking pins on the go, open the Lime app and look at our live map. The pins are also in the image above.
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To contact Lime, please email [email protected] or visit our ‘Help’ section on our website.
For partnership opportunities please email [email protected]
Vehicles in West Midlands
*Electric Scooter Available to hire in Birmingham & University of Warwick only
Lime it. Park it. Check it.
How do I know where to park?
When you end your trip, you’ll need to park in a dedicated parking zone. The good news is, all this is shown in our app You’ll see the nearest parking spots on our map - just look out for the 🅿️ icons. Please always remember to park carefully and out of the others.
How to park in a painted bay
✅ Both wheels are inside the markings
✅ Park in line/parallel with other vehicles
✅ Do no obstruct the pavement
Acing the end-trip photo 📸
The photo you take at the end of your trip is really important. We review all photos to see how you parked your Lime. Follow the steps below to get it just right ✅
What happens if I don’t park correctly?
If you don’t park according to the rules, you’ll receive a warning from us. Continue to park incorrectly? This will result in a parking charge. Charges can increase up to £20. Repeat offenders may be banned from our service.
If you’ve received a parking fine which you wish to appeal contact us here
LimePass in West Midlands
Save 40% or more on trips with a Lime Pass - we’ve got options that fit how you want to ride.
Benefits include a cheaper rate than PAYG and no unlock fee for an unlimited number of rides as well as extended 30 minute reservations.
To buy a Lime Pass :
Open the Lime app
Click on Lime Pass on the menu
Review the options and related terms and conditions
Follow the in-app prompts to purchase a Pass
Lime Access in West Midlands
Lime Access is our global equity programme that provides a 50% discount on PAYG rides for eligible residents as part of Lime’s core mission to provide sustainable transport for all.
