Where you can legally ride e-scooters in Canberra
E-scooters are limited to footpaths, shared paths and nature strips, with speed caps of 15 km/h on footpaths and 25 km/h elsewhere.
Nearly six years after e-scooters arrived in Canberra, many riders still don't know where they're allowed. Transport Canberra has clear rules: scooters can use footpaths, shared paths and nature strips.
On roads without these options, you can ride only where it's practical and only for the shortest distance needed. Speed limits vary: 15 km/h on footpaths, 25 km/h on shared and bike paths, dropping to 10 km/h at crossings.
E-bikes follow the same rules as regular bikes, with full road access. Helmets are mandatory for both.
The service aims to cut car trips and provide an affordable, active way to get around town.
- nearly 6
- Years in Canberra
- 15 km/h
- Footpath speed limit
- 25 km/h
- Shared path speed limit
- Lime
- E-scooter provider
Why it mattersRiders who follow the rules stay safe and avoid fines; knowing where you can legally ride saves confusion and keeps paths shared safely.
AustraliaCanberra residents using e-scooters and e-bikes can now ride with confidence, knowing exactly where they're permitted and what speed limits apply.
✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 2 h ago
