Cycling London Victoria to Exhibition road

davholla

I get the train to Victoria everyday and the tube is getting a bit annoying.
I am thinking of cycling from Victoria to Exhibition road
A) What is like carrying a bike on a Southern Eastern train to Victoria?
Is this route safe?


Any other thoughts.

thelawnet

I think you will find that full-size bikes are banned on the trains in the morning

http://www.southeasternrailway.co.uk/your-journey/bicycle-policy/

davholla

thelawnet wrote: »

I think you will find that full-size bikes are banned on the trains in the morning

http://www.southeasternrailway.co.uk/your-journey/bicycle-policy/

Thanks - it is strange that I have seen some, do you know if this is a new policy?

Marco_Panettone

You can take folding bikes on the train. There's also the Barclays Bikes that you can pick up at Victoria and drop off on Exhibition Road. £2 daily release fee, and the 1st half hour of each bike is free.
http://www.tfl.gov.uk/roadusers/cycling/14808.aspx

liz545

It's a short journey, so cycling will certainly be more cost-effective than getting the tube. Since you can't take bikes on the train during peak hours, an annual Boris Bike membership might be the best option - it's £90, so assuming you use the bike at least 3 times a week for at least 4 months, annual membership works out cheaper than pay as you go.

Cyclestreets is great for planning a route across town as it shows you the most direct route, but also quieter routes. You could try using a hire bike for a week and see if it works out for you.

As you're working in Kensington & Chelsea you're entitled to free cycle training which is worth doing whether you're an experienced cyclist or just getting back on your bike. They can help you plan a route and ride it with you to show you how to deal with any tricky junctions.

Mids_Costcutter

Or keep another bike parked at Victoria Station?