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Quick ride by bicycle from Barnsbury to Hackney

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Barnsbury to Hackney

26 min
Duration
7.8 km
Distance
29 m
Ascent
44 m
Descent
17.9 km/h
Avg. speed
46 m
Max. altitude

Set off from leafy Barnsbury, one of Islington’s prettiest neighborhoods, full of classic Georgian terraces and tucked-away garden squares. This relaxed ride to Hackney is a breeze—just under 8km and mostly flat, with a gentle downhill bias and only the tiniest of climbs (you’ll barely notice them between the coffee stops and people-watching).

You’ll roll east through some of North London’s more chilled-out streets, sticking mostly to quiet backroads (about 70% of your route), including stretches of well-kept cycleways. That means fewer cars, more time for soaking up the sights, and maybe slowing down to spot a hidden mural or pick up a pastry.

Arriving in Hackney, you’re right at the heart of one of London’s most creative neighborhoods, known for its buzzing markets, indie cafes, and sprawling green spaces. The roads are nearly all smooth asphalt, so this is a very beginner-friendly pedal, making it a favorite commute or weekend route. Bring a camera, and maybe plan your end stop at Broadway Market or London Fields for a picnic!

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Collier Street to Evering Road
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Aidan
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Collier Street to Evering Road

Cycling route in Barnsbury, England, United Kingdom

Quite steep at first then flat and shallow downhill. ~ Essex road can be quite fast. by Aidan. (13-15 min)
5.1 km
Distance
30 m
Ascent
27 m
Descent
0

24 St Paul's Crescent, London to 1–7 Beatty Road, London

Cycling route in Barnsbury, England, United Kingdom

6.3 km
Distance
37 m
Ascent
50 m
Descent
0

1–15 Ellington St, London to 20 Abercrombie Road, London

Cycling route in Barnsbury, England, United Kingdom

8.3 km
Distance
10 m
Ascent
42 m
Descent
0

Kings Cross Station, King's Cross Bridge, London to Dycer House, Wick Road, London

Cycling route in Barnsbury, England, United Kingdom

9.1 km
Distance
40 m
Ascent
54 m
Descent
0

4-6 The Macmillan Building, Crinan St, London to 17 Perch St, London

Cycling route in Barnsbury, England, United Kingdom

5.1 km
Distance
23 m
Ascent
55 m
Descent
0

Wynford Road 2A to Eastway 75

Cycling route in Barnsbury, England, United Kingdom

8.1 km
Distance
21 m
Ascent
43 m
Descent
0

8 Crinan St, London to 23 Perch St, London

Cycling route in Barnsbury, England, United Kingdom

5.2 km
Distance
26 m
Ascent
23 m
Descent
0

139–161 Cycleway 6, London to Queens Yard, White Post Lane, London

Cycling route in Barnsbury, England, United Kingdom

9.6 km
Distance
23 m
Ascent
38 m
Descent
0

Stable Street, London to Christopher Addison House, London

Cycling route in Barnsbury, England, United Kingdom

6.9 km
Distance
20 m
Ascent
31 m
Descent
0

15–17 Crinan St, London to 17 Perch St, London

Cycling route in Barnsbury, England, United Kingdom

5.4 km
Distance
32 m
Ascent
29 m
Descent
0

Thornhill Road 6A to Lower Clapton Road 187

Cycling route in Barnsbury, England, United Kingdom

5 km
Distance
3 m
Ascent
21 m
Descent
0

King's Cross Bridge, London to Wick Road, London

Cycling route in Barnsbury, England, United Kingdom

8.4 km
Distance
52 m
Ascent
66 m
Descent

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