TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS
The course
The course
Explore the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS course
After an incredible surge in popularity during our Abbott World Marathon Major Candidacy period, and a record number of 25,000 runners in 2024, the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS course is one of the greatest marathon routes in the world.
We are committed to a streamlined route, removing tight sections and having fewer U-turns and an earlier start time. These changes have set a new benchmark in the event's history and create a better overall experience.
We're expecting an unprecedented number of runners in Sydney in 2025
- will you be one of them?
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42.195KM
Course preview
Immerse yourself in one of the world’s most scenic marathon courses, taking in some of Sydney’s most spectacular and historic landmarks, including the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House. The changes we have implemented in recent years are designed for faster times and a better runner experience, regardless of time goals, ensuring we deliver a world-class course that meets the standards expected by the community and participants.
Course Information
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Here are some major changes we've made in recent years:
The start of will be from Miller Street, next to North Sydney Oval, echoing the historic start line of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Marathon. Plus, we have removed the tight sections around Darling Harbour and Pyrmont, introducing longer, straighter sections, and reducing the number of U-turns.
A start line that celebrates Sydney 2000
We have reduced the number of U-turns and corners in recent years in the first 10 kilometres of the course, leading to the perfect start to your marathon experience.
An easier run during the early stages
You can breathe easy, the number of out and backs the previous route took through Centennial Park have been reduced by four kilometres in previous years.
One beautiful loop of Centennial Park
We’ve also upgraded the facilities at the start area at North Sydney Oval and St Leonards Park to include more toilets (for those pre-race nerves), a longer and wider start chute, and better designed starting waves.
Improved start area facilities
Click here to view your course elevation map.
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Net Elevation Gain: 317 metres
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Net Elevation Loss: 400 metres
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Total Elevation: -83 metres loss
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Fixx Nutrition (on-course electrolyte) will be located at the 5km, 10km, 15km, 20km, 25km, 30km, 35km and 40km drink stations along the course, and is indicated by the “W+” icon on the TCS Sydney Marathon course map. Fixx Nutrition Fuel X endurance fuel will also be at the Finish Line recovery area. Fuel X contains electrolytes and carbohydrates and is all natural, gluten free and vegan friendly.
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GU Gels (on-course gels) are available at the 20km and 30km drink stations along the course, and is indicated by the “E” icon on the TCS Sydney Marathon course map. The number of GU Gels out on course are limited and not guaranteed. If you require gels as part of your nutrition plan, we strongly recommend you carry your own supply.
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NuPure (on-course water) will be available at all drink stations along the course, and is indicated by the “W” icon on the TCS Sydney Marathon course map.
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A designated marathon-only refreshment station will be located after the finish line at the Marathon Recovery Zone.
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All drink station locations are marked on the course map and there are portable toilets at each drink station.
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