Hobart, Tasmania · Road route 02

Bonnet Hill–Kingston Return

A benchmark southern ride through Sandy Bay and Taroona, over Bonnet Hill to Kingston and back.

Distance
32.6 km
Elevation
420 m
Difficulty
Hard
Ride time
1 hr 45 min–2 hr 30 min moving time
GPX route outline · Starts near Hobart Waterfront
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Route overview

Plan the ride

A benchmark southern ride through Sandy Bay and Taroona, over Bonnet Hill to Kingston and back.

A popular local bunch-ride corridor

City
Hobart
Surface
Paved coastal roads
Start location
Hobart Waterfront
Recommended tyre width
28–32 mm road tyres
Estimated ride time
1 hr 45 min–2 hr 30 min moving time
Route data checked

The GPX file and page data were checked on this date. This is not an on-the-ground closure check; verify current conditions before riding.

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Highlights

A popular local bunch-ride corridor. A popular local bunch-ride corridor

02

Hazards

Narrow pinches, parked cars and fast traffic occur on Sandy Bay Road and the Channel Highway; start early and use lights.

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03

Water

No refill points are verified in this guide. Start with enough water for the route and check any planned refill is open on the day.

04

Coffee stops

No cafe stop is verified in this guide. Use the planning map to choose a current, opening-hours-checked option near Hobart Waterfront or along the route.

05

Parking & public transport

Start near Hobart Waterfront. Parking restrictions and public transport access are not independently verified; check the planning map and the local operator before travelling.

06

Bike setup

Start with 28–32 mm road tyres. Adjust pressure, tread and spares for rider weight, weather and current surface conditions.

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Download the GPX

Import the file into Garmin Connect, Wahoo, Hammerhead, COROS, Bryton or another navigation app. Review the full line before the ride.

Download Bonnet Hill–Kingston Return GPX