Cycling routes on Google

From just about now (time of writing) in the UK, Google Maps has enabled cycling directions, which use Sustrans routes!

This shows the route that I would normally take if I were to commute from Wokingham to Maidenhead (which I don't anymore...)


It uses National Cycle Route 4 at just about the right point on my old commute.


I will try and chart out other routes of interest.


I don't think this will replace dedicated website for cycle touring trips or for dedicated training rides, but it will be very useful for cyclists who want to explore a new area and need a quick route lookup.


Unfortunately, I am wondering what this will mean for iPhone users when iOS 6 will launch without Google Maps support. Will Google Maps directions still work in Safari?

Riding the Sustrans National Route 4

Today I rode part of the NCN 4, a cycle route which connects London to Oxford.

The part I describe in this article covers the Maidenhead section.