Overview
The Bengaluru Marathon attracts approximately 2,500 finishers each October through India's Silicon Valley at roughly 920 m altitude. The course passes the Vidhana Soudha, Cubbon Park, and the Koramangala tech-corridor on rolling Deccan Plateau roads. October's post-monsoon mild weather and the garden-city greenery make it South India's premier road marathon.
Bengaluru Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
Bengaluru Marathon 2026 race day
The next Bengaluru Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 25 October 2026 with a 5:30 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 150 m of climbing on a rolling with moderate climbs layout.
Bengaluru Marathon course route
The Bengaluru Marathon is an urban road that starts and finishes at the Kanteerava Stadium or Cubbon Park area. The loop passes Vidhana Soudha, Cubbon Park, MG Road, and the Koramangala district. Flatter corridors and river valleys offer the easiest miles, while the moderate climbs through hills, bridges, or bluffs are the tougher sections once fatigue builds. Spectators gather at the start-finish festival and at organised cheer zones through the city centre and along the main boulevards.
Bengaluru Marathon elevation profile
The Bengaluru Marathon course is rolling with moderate climbs over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 150 metres of climbing and 140 metres of descent, with a net climb of 10 metres from start to finish.
Entry requirements
The Bengaluru Marathon uses open online registration at bengalurumarathon.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, making it one of the more accessible major city marathons in India.
Bengaluru Marathon course video
Race-day footage from the course to help you picture the route, crowds, and key landmarks on marathon day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Bengaluru Marathon elevation profile?
- The Bengaluru Marathon has 150 metres of total climbing and 140 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is rolling with moderate climbs, with 10 metres of net climb from start to finish.
- How long is the Bengaluru Marathon?
- The Bengaluru Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts and finishes at the Kanteerava Stadium or Cubbon Park area.
- What time does the Bengaluru Marathon start?
- The 2026 Bengaluru Marathon starts at 5:30 am local time on Sunday, 25 October 2026. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on www.bengalurumarathon.com/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Bengaluru Marathon start?
- The race starts and finishes near Kanteerava Stadium or Cubbon Park in central Bengaluru. Maps at https://www.bengalurumarathon.com/.
- When is the Bengaluru Marathon?
- The Bengaluru Marathon is held in October, typically on the fourth Sunday, after the monsoon season ends.
- Is the Bengaluru Marathon hilly?
- Bengaluru's Deccan Plateau terrain includes rolling climbs through the city. It is not flat but not mountainous.
- What is Bengaluru known for?
- Bengaluru (Bangalore) is India's tech capital, home to Infosys, Wipro, and hundreds of startups. Cubbon Park and the Vidhana Soudha give the course garden-city character.
- What weather should I expect in Bengaluru in October?
- October in Bengaluru is mild post-monsoon weather, often 18–26 °C (64–79 °F). The garden city is at its greenest after the rains.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
