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Laguna Phuket Marathon

Laguna Phuket Marathon

Phuket, Phuket, Thailand

Overview

The Laguna Phuket Marathon draws approximately 2,500 finishers each June on a resort and coastal road in Phuket, Thailand. Its resort setting makes it one of the most vacation-oriented full marathons in Southeast Asia. The route passes beaches, resort roads, tropical village sections, and humid island scenery. Beaches, resort roads, and humid tropical island scenery climb gently on a vacation-oriented Southeast Asian course built for scenery and warmth.

Laguna Phuket Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.

Laguna Phuket Marathon 2027 race day

The next Laguna Phuket Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 6 June 2027 with a 8:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 150 m of climbing on a rolling with moderate climbs layout.

Laguna Phuket Marathon course route

Starts and finishes at the Laguna Phuket resort complex. The route passes beaches, resort roads, tropical village sections, and humid island scenery. Resort-road rollers and tropical heat make conservative pacing wise, with beach-club spectators near the Laguna finish.

Laguna Phuket Marathon elevation profile

The Laguna Phuket 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 Laguna Phuket Marathon accepts open online registration at phuketmarathon.com with no ballot or qualifying time required. Sign-up for the June race typically opens several months beforehand and places are allocated first-come, first-served. International runners use the same online portal as domestic entrants.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Laguna Phuket Marathon elevation profile?
The Laguna Phuket 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 Laguna Phuket Marathon?
The Laguna Phuket Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Resort and coastal road starting and finishing at the Laguna Phuket resort complex.
What time does the Laguna Phuket Marathon start?
The 2027 Laguna Phuket Marathon starts at 8:00 am local time on Sunday, 6 June 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on phuketmarathon.com/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
Where does the Laguna Phuket Marathon start and finish?
Starts and finishes at the Laguna Phuket resort complex. Updated course maps are published at https://phuketmarathon.com/ each year.
When is the Laguna Phuket Marathon and how do I register?
Laguna Phuket Marathon is typically held in June. Registration opens through https://phuketmarathon.com/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
Is the Laguna Phuket Marathon course flat?
The course includes rolling with moderate climbs. Study the official course profile at https://phuketmarathon.com/ before setting pace targets.
What landmarks does the Laguna Phuket Marathon pass?
The route passes beaches, resort roads, tropical village sections, and humid island scenery.
What weather should runners expect at Laguna Phuket Marathon?
Usually very warm and humid with early-start conditions needed to stay ahead of the heat.

Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.

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