London Marathon
London, United Kingdom
London Marathon is a road race of 26.2 miles (42 km) in London, United Kingdom. The next edition is on Sunday, April 25, 2027. The race gives its climbing as 420 ft (128 m); measured from its course file, it's 489 ft (149 m). It starts at 139 ft (42 m) above sea level. Its high point is 177 ft (54 m). The course runs point to point. It's one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors. Entry is by lottery. The field is about 59,669 runners.
There are 8 other upcoming marathons in United Kingdom. London Marathon climbs about 16 ft a mile (3 m per km), flatter than 60% of the 476 marathons listed with their climbing.
The course
Questions about London Marathon
When is London Marathon 2027?
London Marathon 2027 is on Sunday, April 25, 2027.
Where is London Marathon?
London Marathon is held in London, United Kingdom.
How long is London Marathon?
London Marathon is 26.2 miles (42 km).
How much elevation gain does London Marathon have?
London Marathon has 420 ft (128 m) of elevation gain, as the race states it.
How do you get into London Marathon?
Entry to London Marathon is by lottery.
What is the weather usually like at London Marathon?
Around London Marathon's date, the day's high is typically about 57°F (14°C) and the low about 41°F (5°C), averaged over recent years.
Where can I see the London Marathon elevation profile and aid station cutoffs?
runfarwhere has London Marathon's course file. The outline, distance and climbing are free on its page; the elevation profile, aid stations with cutoffs and the GPX file are part of runfarwhere Premium.
How hilly is London Marathon?
London Marathon climbs about 16 ft a mile (3 m per km), flatter than 60% of the 476 marathons listed with their climbing.
What other marathons are there in United Kingdom?
Other upcoming marathons in United Kingdom include The Grizzly (March 14, 2027), Greater Manchester Marathon (April 18, 2027) and Belfast City Marathon (May 2, 2027).
Other races in United Kingdom
- The Grizzly 32K · Mar 14, 2027
- Greater Manchester Marathon Marathon · Apr 18, 2027
- Belfast City Marathon Marathon · May 2, 2027
- Ultra Trail Snowdonia by UTMB - ERYRI 25K 22K · May 2, 2027
- Lakeland Trails Coniston Marathon · Jun 6, 2027
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