West Tisbury to Vineyard Haven by Bike
Can you bike from West Tisbury to Vineyard Haven?Yes, on shared roads. Instead of riding busy State Road the whole way, take the detour on rolling, twisty Lambert's Cove Road, then West Spring Street into Vineyard Haven. It's about 9 miles with no bike path.
- Distance
- 9 mi
- Time
- 55–70 min
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- On a bike path?
- No
Route type: One waySurface: Paved roadsPath or road: Shared road, no bike path Last reviewed October 2026 · from published maps
mvbikepaths.com/routes/west-tisbury-to-vineyard-haven/ · Route H · Printed from MV Bike Paths. Check the site for the latest version.
Times assume a relaxed 8 to 10 mph. GPX files work in Garmin, Strava, Komoot, and most bike computers.
Route overview
- Start in West Tisbury center and head north on State Road.
- Turn left onto Lambert's Cove Road and follow it as it rolls and winds toward Vineyard Haven.
- Rejoin State Road briefly, then take West Spring Street into Vineyard Haven to avoid the heaviest traffic.
What you'll see
- Wooded, rolling Lambert's Cove Road
- Farmland around West Tisbury
Safety notes
- There is no bike path; you share the road with cars.
- Lambert's Cove Road is narrow and winding with blind curves.
- Upper State Road carries heavy traffic, which is why this route avoids most of it.
Follow this ride with GPS. The free MV Bike Paths app shows where you are on the route as you ride.
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