Guide · Folding bikes
Best folding e-bike for commuters and the train in 2026
On Dutch Railways (NS), a folded e-bike always travels for free as hand luggage, unlike a regular bike which needs a paid ticket. That makes weight and folded size the main things to choose on.
On Dutch Railways (NS), a folded electric folding bike always travels free as hand luggage, even during rush hour. A regular bike needs a bike ticket and isn't allowed on board between 06:30-09:00 and 16:00-18:30 on weekdays. For anyone combining the train with the last stretch to the office, that difference is the main reason to choose a folding bike.
With daily folding, unfolding and carrying it on a platform, weight matters more than on a regular city bike. The picks below range from very light to a model with extra-long range for those who'd rather charge less often.
Our pick for commuters, right now
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ADO Air20SView on AmazonLightest, easiest to carry. The lightest folding bike in the comparison (18.5 kg), with belt drive. - 2
SAMEBIKE CY20 VouwfietsView on AmazonMost reviewed. One of the best-reviewed folding bikes in the comparison, with 30 reviews. - 3
Fafrees F20+ ProView on AmazonLongest range. The highest rating of the whole Fafrees line-up in this comparison (4.8 out of 5).
See all folding bikes in the comparator
Frequently asked questions
Does a folding e-bike always travel free on the train?
Yes, as long as it's actually folded: NS then counts it as hand luggage and it travels free, even during rush hour. Unfolded bikes need a bike ticket and aren't allowed during rush hour.
How heavy can a folding bike be and still be practical to carry?
Around 20-25kg is the practical limit for most people on stairs or a platform with no lift. Models under 20kg, like the ADO Air20S (18.5kg), are noticeably easier to lift.