How long does it take? Most people roll in after 4 to 7 hours. That includes the mandatory pause for a banana, a wee behind a hedge, and staring at cows to catch your breath.
If you’re fast, you can do it in under three hours. But if you’re like me—who stops for every photo and a questionable bacon bap—you’ll be closer to six. No shame.
The last few miles through Brighton are cruel. You see the pier, you smell the chips, but the finish line keeps playing hide-and-seek. Classic Brighton.
How to Survive (And Not Hate Everything)
Get a bike that works. I can’t stress this enough. A squeaky chain or a slipping seat will turn 54 miles into a personal nightmare. Get a tune-up. Please.
Bring more water than you think. And a banana. Or two. And some jelly babies for emergencies. The jelly babies are for the panic that hits at mile 40.
Don’t wear brand-new shorts. You will chafe in places you didn’t know you had. Chamois cream is not a joke—it’s a silicone-based miracle from heaven.
London to Brighton - Cycling Route - 🚲 Bikemap
