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Quick ride by bicycle from San Francisco to Daly City

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San Francisco to Daly City

48 min
Duration
13.8 km
Distance
240 m
Ascent
139 m
Descent
17.2 km/h
Avg. speed
127 m
Max. altitude

This ride takes you from the vibrant streets of San Francisco down to Daly City, cruising just under 14 km—with a good bit of climbing along the way! You'll start amidst San Francisco’s iconic hills and unique neighborhoods (maybe grab a coffee to fuel up). The route is mostly on quiet roads and has a decent chunk of dedicated cycleway, so you can ride without too much traffic stress. Expect a smooth roll on asphalt almost the whole way, though about half the surfaces aren’t specified—so be ready for a little variety.

As you head south, you’ll catch great glimpses of the city skyline and, on a clear day, maybe even the Pacific. Daly City is often called the “Gateway to the Peninsula,” marking your transition into a more suburban vibe. If you like a mix of urban energy and chill roads, this route is a solid pick!

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The best bike routes from San Francisco to Daly City

Market Street, San Francisco to 48th Avenue 2499, San Francisco
MTBPavedUnpaved
Clarence White
1

Market Street, San Francisco to 48th Avenue 2499, San Francisco

Cycling route in San Francisco, California, United States

12.2 km
Distance
55 m
Ascent
80 m
Descent
2

754 Kirkham St, San Francisco to 731 Huron Ave, San Francisco

Cycling route in San Francisco, California, United States

9.1 km
Distance
146 m
Ascent
152 m
Descent
1

1770 Post St, San Francisco to 214 Edinburgh St, San Francisco

Cycling route in San Francisco, California, United States

9.2 km
Distance
128 m
Ascent
86 m
Descent
0

Mission to the Wiggle to Golden Gate Park to Ocean Beach

Cycling route in San Francisco, California, United States

Starts roughly at Stable Cafe in the Mission. Ends at Trouble Coffee in the Outer Sunset. 
11.7 km
Distance
125 m
Ascent
118 m
Descent
Leisurely Ride From Panhandle To Sloat
City bikePaved
0

Leisurely Ride From Panhandle To Sloat

Cycling route in San Francisco, California, United States

This is a leisurely ride that I frequently take from the Panhandle to Sloat and back again.
10.2 km
Distance
37 m
Ascent
113 m
Descent
home the long way
Road bikePaved
1

home the long way

Cycling route in San Francisco, California, United States

19.2 km
Distance
237 m
Ascent
162 m
Descent
home to Ocean beach
Road bike
Vignesh Arunachalam
0

home to Ocean beach

Cycling route in San Francisco, California, United States

13.3 km
Distance
137 m
Ascent
129 m
Descent
Mission to San Bruno Mountain
City bikePaved
15

Mission to San Bruno Mountain

Cycling route in San Francisco, California, United States

from a random point in the Mission to the restrooms/picnic area in San Bruno Mountain State and County Park. The end point is a good place to either picnic, lock up and hike the Summit Trail, or keep riding up Radio Road.
10.7 km
Distance
273 m
Ascent
76 m
Descent
0

Embarcadero to Chestnut to SFSU to Daly City Bart

Cycling route in San Francisco, California, United States

21.6 km
Distance
268 m
Ascent
220 m
Descent
NDeL: Lake Merced Run
Road bikePaved
0

NDeL: Lake Merced Run

Cycling route in San Francisco, California, United States

Base to Lake Merced (via 36th Ave.; JFK Drive; Beach Chalet; Great Highway)
7.8 km
Distance
62 m
Ascent
109 m
Descent
1

Rainbow to Home

Cycling route in San Francisco, California, United States

8.8 km
Distance
169 m
Ascent
89 m
Descent
0

Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco to Lakeshore, San Francisco

Cycling route in San Francisco, California, United States

9.5 km
Distance
83 m
Ascent
148 m
Descent

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