HMRC bicycle guide
HMRC Bicycle Mileage Rate 2026-27
For 2026-27, the HMRC approved bicycle mileage rate is 20p per eligible business mile.
Guide by MileagePilotUpdated May 2, 2026
Short answer
For 2026-27, the HMRC approved bicycle mileage rate is 20p per eligible business mile.
At a glance
- The bicycle rate applies to eligible business travel by bicycle.
- It is separate from car, van, motorcycle, and passenger payment rates.
- Keep the same journey records you would keep for any mileage claim.
Bicycle example
For 600 eligible business bicycle miles, the approved amount is 600 x 20p, or GBP 120. The relief question depends on whether the employer paid less than that approved amount.
Official references
Common questions
What is the 2026-27 HMRC bicycle mileage rate?
The approved bicycle rate is 20p per eligible business mile.
Continue with tools
Calculate estimated reimbursement, review official rate tables, or download log templates.