Where to get the Bicycle in Pokemon Sword and Shield

Bike your way through open roads in Pokemon Sword and Shield.

One common question that most Pokemon Sword and Shield players ask is where to get the Bicycle. Similar to previous Pokemon titles, you’ll have the ability to unlock and use a Bicycle to speed up your travel between areas. Of course, the process of acquiring the Bicycle can be a bit confusing. To help, we’ve put together a quick guide that explains where to get the Bicycle in Pokemon Sword and Shield.

Where to get the Bicycle in Pokemon Sword and Shield

Where to get the Bicycle in Pokemon Sword and Shield
You'll get the Biycle in Pokemon Sword and Shield after you defeat Team Yell and rescue a man along Route 5.
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In Pokemon Sword and Shield, you have the ability to get and use a Bicycle similar to other Pokemon titles. To get the Bicycle in Pokemon Sword and Shield, you’ll need to progress through the game until you reach Route 5. Before you start exploring Route 5, you’ll want to take the time to beat the first Gym in Turffield and earn your Grass Badge.

With the Grass Badge on hand, travel to Route 5 and look for a distressed man surrounded by Team Yell. Defeat Team Yell in battle and save the man. As a reward, he’ll give you the Bicycle for your troubles. To use the Bicycle in Pokemon Sword and Shield, tap + or - on your Joy-Con controllers. To increase your speed while on the Bicycle, you can press B for a short boost.

Now that you know where to get the Bicycle in Pokemon Sword and shield, be sure to check out some of our previous guides including how to customize your League Card in Pokemon Sword and Shield, how many Pokemon are in Sword and Shield, and all starter evolutions in Pokemon Sword and Shield.

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