Authorities, PT operators, and stakeholders need to take a closer look at the promising topic of PT and cycling, seek greater bike & ride synergy in urban areas and to realise the real potential that exists, guided by existing good practices. Questions such as who takes the initiative, what is the perspective, which obstacles are to be overcome, and who pays for it clearly have to be dealt with. Promotion of bike & ride and ride & bike may lead to new markets for the PT operator, in particular commuting trips from the outskirts to the city centres.
Moreover, it may help improve the image of PT. More cycling to and from the PT system is good for the sustainability and liveability of urban areas, as it can reduce or replace car traffic.
In the best case scenario, PT and cycling can form an effective tandem in promoting sustainable transport in urban areas. Even when PT and cycling are sometimes in competition with each other, we have to bear in mind that together, they are a stronger competitor to the car. PT and cycling: living apart and together.