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Explore›San Francisco›Routes›Castro → Financial District

Castro to Financial District by bike

The SuperSafe™ route is 4.4 mi and takes about 28 min, with 88% on quiet streets and bike paths. It is flat the whole way.

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SuperSafe™

via 22nd Street, Valencia Street and Folsom Street

28 min
88% QuietFlat

4.4 mi

CLIMB▲ 43 ft
DESCENT▼ 404 ft
Why this route?Ride this routeView on map

Why this route?

The most direct route as well as the quietest

SAFETY, BY DISTANCE

SuperSafe™4.4 mi · 28 min
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  • Cycle route
  • Protected / quiet
  • Moderate
  • Busier road
  • Shared with pedestrians

ELEVATION

43 ft of climbing on the SuperSafe™ route.

SuperSafe™ -361 ft

About this route

Starting your ride in Castro, the SuperSafe™ route takes you on a pleasant journey of 4.4 mi, which you can complete in about 28 minutes. This route is predominantly flat, with a gentle climb of 43 ft and a descent of 404 ft, making it an easy ride. You'll enjoy a peaceful experience as about 88% of the route is on quiet streets. Begin your journey on 22nd Street, then continue onto Valencia Street and 14th Street, before making your way through Folsom Street and 2nd Street.

In this case, the quietest route is also the most direct one, so SuperSafe™ adds no extra time to your journey. As you approach the Financial District, the ride concludes on Battery Street, California Street, and Front Street. This route ensures a smooth and direct ride, avoiding any busier streets, and allowing you to arrive at your destination with ease.

The route, street by street

  1. 22nd StreetQuiet streets
    0.8 mi
  2. Valencia StreetBike path
    0.9 mi
  3. 14th StreetBike path
    1906 ft
  4. Folsom StreetBike path
    1.6 mi
  5. 2nd Street

Questions

How long does it take to cycle from Castro to Financial District?

About 28 min at an easy pace on the SuperSafe™ route, which is 4.4 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 Castro to Financial District?

SuperSafe™ goes via 22nd Street, Valencia Street and Folsom Street. 88% 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 Castro to Financial District hilly?

No. It climbs 43 ft in total and is flat for almost all of it.

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 Castro.

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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  • California StreetSome traffic
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    • Busier road
    • Shared with pedestrians
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