Next race
Sunday, 29 November 2026
6:00 am start
Distance
42.195 km / 26.2 mi
Urban road
Elevation
Flat · 50 m gain
50 m climbing
Race profile
Overview
The Adani Ahmedabad Marathon draws approximately 2,500 finishers each November on an urban road in Ahmedabad, India. The riverfront sections give the race a cleaner urban-marathon identity than older Ahmedabad road events. The course passes the Sabarmati Riverfront, newer west-side roads, and long flat stretches suited to even pacing. The course is very flat throughout.
Adani Ahmedabad Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
- Typical participants
Approximately 2,500 finishers
- Weather
Course & terrain
Adani Ahmedabad Marathon course
Course route details and elevation profile for race-week planning.
Starts and finishes on Ahmedabad's river-city boulevards. The course passes the Sabarmati Riverfront, newer west-side roads, and long flat stretches suited to even pacing. Very flat throughout. Very flat throughout.
The Adani Ahmedabad Marathon course is flat over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 50 metres of climbing and 50 metres of descent, with minimal net elevation change from start to finish.
- Elevation
Registration
Adani Ahmedabad Marathon entry requirements
The Adani Ahmedabad Marathon uses open online registration at ahmedabadmarathon.com with no lottery or qualifying standard for the full marathon. Sign-up typically opens mid-year for the November race and remains available until capacity is reached. Entry fees are modest by international standards and overseas runners apply through the same portal.
Getting there
Adani Ahmedabad Marathon travel
Airports closest to Ahmedabad for flight planning and race-week travel.
- Closest airport
Sardar Vallabh Patel International Airport (AMD)
7 km / 5 mi
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon elevation profile?
- The Adani Ahmedabad Marathon has 50 metres of total climbing and 50 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is flat, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.
- How long is the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon?
- The Adani Ahmedabad Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts and finishes on Ahmedabad's river-city boulevards.
- What time does the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon start?
- The 2026 Adani Ahmedabad Marathon starts at 6:00 am local time on Sunday, 29 November 2026. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon start and finish?
- Starts and finishes on Ahmedabad's river-city boulevards. Updated each year.
- When is the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon and how do I register?
- Adani Ahmedabad Marathon is typically held in November. Registration opens may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
- Is the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon course flat?
- Yes. Adani Ahmedabad Marathon is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.
- What landmarks does the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon pass?
- The course passes the Sabarmati Riverfront, newer west-side roads, and long flat stretches suited to even pacing.
- What weather should runners expect at Adani Ahmedabad Marathon?
- Usually warm to mild with dry air and relatively low humidity.
Official resources
Adani Ahmedabad Marathon links
Websites
Last updated 11 October 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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