Photo Credit:Fair Use [17 U.S.C. § 107] Investments in cycling infrastructure is paying off in central London.

London Cycling Journeys Hit Record 1.5 Million A Day

01 Dec 2025 | Abstracted from Smart Cities World

London cycling has surged to a record 1.5 million daily journeys, up 43% since 2019. Transport for London attributes the growth to major investment in protected bike routes and safer junctions, making the capital increasingly a cycling city. The Walking and Cycling Commissioner highlights this as evidence of London’s shift toward sustainable, active transport and reduced reliance on cars.

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