BlaBlaCar Luggage - Size & Weight of luggage accepted in carpools

Need information on luggage in BlaBlaCar?

We've gathered all the necessary information about carrying luggage in BlaBlaCar, whether carpooling or on board a BlaBlaCar Bus.

You'll find the transport conditions, the steps for declaring your luggage when booking, as well as tips to ensure a pleasant journey for all passengers.

Our goal is to make your travel experience with BlaBlaCar as smooth and comfortable as possible, both for you and your belongings.

Before booking a BlaBlaCar carpool, be sure to check out key information such as BlaBlaCar carpooling prices or how to contact BlaBlaCar.

Have other questions before you set off? Here are some useful answers:

• Travelling with a bike?
  Find out about the conditions for bikes with Blablacar.
• Want to travel with a pet?
  See the dedicated page for pets with Blablacar.
• Travelling with a child?
  Find out the travel rules for children with Blablacar.
• Need to cancel or get a refund?
  See the refund policy and the cancellation conditions.

On Blablacar carpooling, there's no strict luggage regulation, but practical guidelines are provided to make things easier for passengers and drivers to organise together.

Here are the formats generally accepted:

• Small luggage: backpack (around 5 kg)
• Medium luggage: cabin luggage (around 10 kg)
• Large luggage: standard suitcase (around 20 kg)

These guidelines are indicative. The space available depends on the vehicle and the number of passengers. It's therefore essential to let the driver know if you're travelling with a bulky item (instrument, pushchair, folded bike, etc.).

To avoid any unpleasant surprises, we recommend that you:

• Mention your luggage as soon as you book, via the Blablacar messaging system
• Send a clear description of its size and weight
• Confirm with the driver that there's enough space

On board a BlaBlaCar Bus, the rules are stricter and clearly defined:

• 2 items of hand luggage allowed (to keep in the cabin)
• 1 hold luggage item included (200 cm combined, 23 kg maximum)
• Up to 2 additional items of luggage possible (as a paid option)

Luggage must be labelled with your name, phone number and address. Fragile or valuable items (computer, documents, money) should stay in your hand luggage.

Specific conditions apply to certain equipment:

• Bikes: only accepted if dismantled and packed in a bag (max. 200 cm, 23 kg)
• Electric scooters, pushchairs, musical instruments: subject to availability, contact the carrier in advance

For more information on the bus's specific rules, visit the BlaBlaCar Bus Luggage page.

Blablacar doesn't charge extra fees for standard luggage, but a driver may ask for a contribution for a large volume. On the bus, additional luggage is charged according to the ticket's conditions.

Also note that your personal belongings aren't automatically insured by Blablacar. In case of loss or theft, you'll need to turn to a personal insurance policy or contact the carrier concerned.

To travel with peace of mind, we recommend that you:

• Favour soft bags, which fit more easily into the boot
• Keep luggage to the strict minimum
• Let the driver know in advance about any unusual luggage
• Arrive a little early at the departure point to load up calmly

On BlaBlaCar Bus, the maximum size for hand luggage corresponds to a cabin suitcase or a small bag that fits above or under your seat. To avoid extra fees or boarding refusals, always check the permitted dimensions, especially for unusual equipment like an electric scooter.

Finally, keep your valuables with you in the cabin. If you need to make a claim, contact customer service or the carrier concerned directly.