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Explore›San Francisco›Routes›Bernal Heights → South of Market

Bernal Heights to South of Market by bike

The SuperSafe™ route is 3.8 mi and takes about 24 min, with 82% on quiet streets and bike paths. It is hilly, with 23 ft of climbing in total.

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SuperSafe™

via Valencia Street, 14th Street and Folsom Street

24 min
82% QuietHilly

3.8 mi

CLIMB▲ 23 ft
DESCENT▼ 112 ft
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Why this route?

Detours around busy Folsom Street, taking the quiet Townsend Street instead. Most of the ride is on cycleways and quiet streets, making it a safer choice.

SAFETY, BY DISTANCE

SuperSafe™3.8 mi · 24 min
45453030
  • Cycle route
  • Protected / quiet
  • Moderate
  • Busier road
  • Shared with pedestrians

ELEVATION

23 ft of climbing on the SuperSafe™ route.

SuperSafe™ -89 ft

About this route

Starting in Bernal Heights, the SuperSafe™ route takes you on a 3.8 mi journey to South of Market in about 24 minutes. The ride begins on 29th Street, Mission Street, and Valencia Street, offering a hilly experience with a climb of 23 ft and a descent of 112 ft. About 82% of the route is on quiet streets and bike paths, ensuring a more peaceful ride. Although there are no dedicated bike paths, the route includes Valencia Street Bikeway, which is known for being cyclist-friendly.

In this case, the quietest route is also the most direct one, so SuperSafe™ adds no extra time. The ride avoids no specific busy streets, making it a straightforward journey. As you approach your destination, the route concludes on Mabini Street, Bonifacio Street, and Harrison Street, bringing you into South of Market. This seamless transition ensures a smooth arrival at your destination.

The route, street by street

  1. 29th StreetQuiet streets
    511 ft
  2. Mission StreetBusy road
    633 ft
  3. Valencia StreetSome traffic
    335 ft
  4. Valencia Street BikewayBike path
    910 ft
  5. 26th Street

Questions

How long does it take to cycle from Bernal Heights to South of Market?

About 24 min at an easy pace on the SuperSafe™ route, which is 3.8 mi. The most direct route is the same one, so there is no time to save by taking busier roads.

What is the safest way to cycle from Bernal Heights to South of Market?

SuperSafe™ goes via Valencia Street, 14th Street and Folsom Street. 82% of the route is on quiet streets and bike paths; the rest is short stretches with some traffic, mostly at crossings.

Is the ride from Bernal Heights to South of Market hilly?

Yes. It climbs 23 ft in total and has at least one steep stretch.

Can I get turn-by-turn directions for this route?

Yes, in the Cyclemate app for iPhone and Android. Open this page on your phone and tap Open in Cyclemate: the route loads in the app, ready to start with turn-by-turn navigation from Bernal Heights.

Is the Cyclemate app free?

Yes. Cyclemate is free to download on iPhone and Android, and SuperSafe™ directions and the live San Francisco map are included.

Why does the route change?

It is planned live on Cyclemate's San Francisco map, which picks up new bike paths, roadworks and closures, and reports from riders. When the streets change, so does the route.

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Quiet streets
261 ft
  • San Jose AvenueQuiet streets
    1763 ft
  • 23rd StreetQuiet streets
    201 ft
  • Valencia StreetBike path
    1 mi
  • 14th StreetBike path
    1906 ft
  • Folsom StreetBike path
    1.3 mi
  • Mabini StreetQuiet streets
    200 ft
  • Bonifacio StreetQuiet streets
    640 ft
  • Harrison StreetBusy road
    507 ft
    • Cycle route
    • Protected / quiet
    • Moderate
    • Busier road
    • Shared with pedestrians
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