Bengaluru Marathon

BengaluruKarnatakaIndia

Next race

Sunday, 26 September 2027

5:30 am start

Distance

42.195 km / 26.2 mi

Urban road

Elevation

Rolling · 150 m gain

150 m climbing

Race profile

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.

Typical participants: Approximately 2,500 finishers

Weather: Warm and humid autumn
22–23°C · humidity 65–85%
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Course records: Men: 2:22:32 — Eston Nyaga (2007)Women: 2:45:34 — Marashet Jimma (2005)

Course & terrain

Bengaluru Marathon course

Course route details and elevation profile for race-week planning.

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.

Registration

Bengaluru Marathon 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.

Common questions

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 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 2027 Bengaluru Marathon starts at 5:30 am local time on Sunday, 26 September 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications 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. Course maps are published before race weekend.
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 11 October 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.

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