Comrades Marathon
Comrades Marathon is South Africa's historic 89 km road ultra between Durban and Pietermaritzburg, with strict qualifying and a 12-hour cutoff.
Quick facts
- Historic South African road ultra between Durban and Pietermaritzburg.
- Approximately 89 km with a 12-hour cutoff.
- Requires qualifying and draws a very large international field.
- Alternating Up and Down Run directions change the race profile by year.
About the Comrades Marathon
Comrades Marathon is South Africa's historic point-to-point road ultra between Durban and Pietermaritzburg. The race's qualifying standards, alternating Up and Down Run directions, and 12-hour cutoff make it a road-ultra benchmark.
Course
The route alternates direction between Durban and Pietermaritzburg by year, with the 2026 Up Run starting in Durban and finishing in Pietermaritzburg. The race is about 89 km with strict qualifying and cutoff rules.
Race-day weather
June in KwaZulu-Natal is winter, but runners can still see sun, wind, and notable temperature variation across the inland climb. The distance and cutoff make conservative pacing essential.
Past Comrades Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, June 13, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, June 14, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
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Comrades Marathon FAQ
When is the Comrades Marathon?
The 2027 Comrades Marathon is on Sunday, June 13, 2027.
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