I'd suggest the Trailer , too ... Cal Trans used to Run a Trans Bay Van + Trailer Shuttle at Rush Hours , When BART forbid Bikes on their Trains.
The load was Much larger and Heavier than what you Propose, steel trailer purpose Built so bikes secure & not jumbled together .
An enclosed Trailer will also add security against theft, behind Locked doors (+locking trailer Hitch )
Last edited by fietsbob; 01-20-15 at 12:24 PM.