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Explore›San Francisco›Routes›Sunset District → Mission District

Sunset District to Mission District by bike

The SuperSafe™ route is 6.3 mi and takes about 41 min, with 99% on quiet streets and bike paths. Expect some hills, with 207 ft of climbing in total.

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SuperSafe™

via Kirkham Street, Page Street and Valencia Street

41 min
99% QuietModerate Hills

6.3 mi

CLIMB▲ 207 ft
DESCENT▼ 305 ft
  • Market to Ocean Beach
  • The Wiggle
Why this route?Ride this routeView on map

Why this route?

Takes the 30 cycleway

SAFETY, BY DISTANCE

SuperSafe™6.3 mi · 41 min
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  • Cycle route
  • Protected / quiet
  • Moderate
  • Busier road
  • Shared with pedestrians

ELEVATION

207 ft of climbing on the SuperSafe™ route.

SuperSafe™ -108 ft

About this route

Starting your ride in the Sunset District, you'll begin on Noriega Street, 36th Avenue, and Kirkham Street. The SuperSafe™ route covers 6.3 miles and takes about 41 minutes, with moderate hills along the way. You'll climb 207 feet and descend 305 feet, making it a manageable ride for most cyclists. About 99% of the journey is on quiet streets and bike paths, including the well-known Market to Ocean Beach and The Wiggle. As you pedal through, you'll pass along streets like 20th Avenue, Irving Street, and Page Street, ensuring a pleasant and mostly peaceful ride.

In this case, the quietest route is also the most direct, so SuperSafe™ adds no extra time to your journey. The ride concludes on McCoppin Street, Valencia Street, and 21st Street, bringing you into the Mission District. With no busy streets to avoid, this route offers a seamless transition from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for those looking to enjoy a calm and efficient ride across San Francisco.

The route, street by street

  1. Noriega StreetSome traffic
    142 ft
  2. 36th AvenueQuiet streets
    2000 ft
  3. Kirkham StreetBike path
    0.9 mi
  4. 20th AvenueBike path
    1363 ft
  5. Irving Street

Questions

How long does it take to cycle from Sunset District to Mission District?

About 41 min at an easy pace on the SuperSafe™ route, which is 6.3 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 Sunset District to Mission District?

SuperSafe™ goes via Kirkham Street, Page Street and Valencia Street, using Market to Ocean Beach and The Wiggle. 99% 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 Sunset District to Mission District hilly?

A little. It climbs 207 ft in total, with a few moderate hills along the way.

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 Sunset District.

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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