Starling Bikes

Starling Bikes

Bike Hire in Manchester

2 ratings
48 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 8, 2024
  • July 16, 2026

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About

Easily find and rent bikes or e-bikes for a faster, more convenient, and sustainable way to travel. Unlock a ride from numerous stations across Greater Manchester and enjoy a fun, efficient journey. The app guides you through starting and ending your rental.

Find bike and e-bike stations
Unlock bikes via the app
Safe and easy-to-use bikes
Pay As You Ride options
Minute Bundles and passes
View promotions and rates
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What's New in Starling Bikes

2.67.0

July 16, 2026

Some updates and bugfixes

User reviews

An incredibly frustrating process

With all the extra steps you have to unlock and lock the bike properly it ends up feel like it has take longer than just walking somewhere with significantly more stress. A great idea but somehow implemented so so poorly.

Unreliable

There clearly isn’t enough maintenance on the bikes/locks because you can go to a stop with multiple bikes and none will work. Yet the app will still tell the next person that the bikes are there, even after multiple people have failed to unlock them.

The bikes never work

Hardly any in old Trafford and when they are the contactless scanners have been smashed off, or they just don’t work.

And why are there STILL no bikes in Levenshulme? It’s ridiculous.

Overpriced too

Hit and miss at best

App requires a strong signal to work fast else you’ll be stood waiting for a bike quite a while even if it says you have 4G.

It’s often quicker for me to tether off another phone, even if I have enough signal to operate other apps.

Horrible customer service by Scott

Had issues with my ride because of the app, contacted customer care, Scott was not only not helpful but also very hostile in helping. Didn’t get any help, delete the app, walking is a better option.

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FAQ

What is Starling Bank Bikes?

Starling Bank Bikes is a mobile application that allows users to find, unlock, and rent bikes and e-bikes from various hire stations across Greater Manchester. It offers a sustainable and convenient way to travel around the city.

How do I start a ride?

To start a ride, download the Starling Bank Bikes app, create an account, and add a payment method. Once set up, you can find and unlock a bike or e-bike directly through the app.

How much does it cost to use Starling Bank Bikes?

The app offers 'Pay As You Ride' options for immediate use. For more frequent riders, there are also Minute Bundles and passes available. You can check the app for the latest promotions and rates.

How do I end my ride?

To end your ride, locate a convenient bike hire station using the app. Once at the station, park your bike and follow the in-app instructions to complete your journey.

Is this app available outside of Manchester?

Based on the description, the service is specifically for bike hire stations across Greater Manchester. The app is designed to facilitate rentals within this defined geographical area.