RACE DETAILS
Plan your day from start to finish.
DATE
Sunday, 30 August 2026
LABEL
World Athletics Platinum
DISTANCE
42.195 km
START
Miller Street, North Sydney
FINISH
Sydney Opera House
CUT-OFF
7 hours
Elite wheelchair athletes
Starts 6:15am
Mass participation
Starts 6:30am*
*Please note start group timings will be shared closer to event day.
Getting to the Start Line
For participants in Purple and Orange assembly groups, catch a train to North Sydney Station. Follow the signage and staff directions to the start venue via Walker St. Early morning trains will be running.
Participants in Green assembly group connect with Sydney Metro services to Crows Nest (see below “Metro” instructions).
More information on your assembly area will be available closer to event day.
Trackwork
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T2 Leppington & Inner West Line and T3 Liverpool & Inner West Line: Trains run between Leppington and Olympic Park via Granville, and between Leppington and Lidcombe via Regents Park. You may need to change trains to continue your journey.
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Detailed trackwork information will be available on transportnsw.info two weeks out from the event.
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Some trains on other lines run to a changed timetable and stopping pattern but no other major trackwork is taking place on Sunday 30 August.
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The nearest metro stations to the start venue are either Victoria Cross Station or Crows Nest Station, depending on your start group. Early morning services will be running.
Connect with Metro services in the CBD from Central, Gadigal, Martin Place or Barangaroo Stations. If you’re coming from the north, change at Chatswood or Epping to join the Metro. From the south or west, change at Sydenham or Central to join the Metro. From the east, change at Martin Place to connect with Metro services.
Participants in Purple and Orange assembly groups, catch metro to Victoria Cross. Follow the signage and staff directions to exit via Denison Street, then Walker St.
Participants in Green assembly group catch metro to Crows Nest. Exit via Clarke St, then follow signage and staff instructions, continuing towards the start venue via Burlington St and Falcon St.
More information on your start group, timings and specific arrival instructions will be available closer to event day.
Be aware that due to event road closures, bus services will be heavily impacted. The closest stops to the start area will be around Crows Nest. Limited buses will make stops along Falcon St near St Leonards Park in North Sydney. Plan ahead using the transportnsw.info 'Trip Planner'.
Early morning services will be running from 3.45am on all light rail lines, including L1 Dulwich Hill from the Inner West and L2 Randwick and L3 Kingsford Lines from the Southeast.
Catch the Light Rail to Central to connect with Metro services to Victoria Cross or Crows Nest or Trains to North Sydney Station, depending on your assembly group colour.
Be aware that L3 Kingsford line services will be affected due to major road closures in the Southeast, and light rail services will not be operating from Kingsford after 5:47am. If you are travelling after this time, you will need to catch L2 Line light rail services from Randwick to the city instead.
Drop-Off
We strongly urge participants to catch public transport on event day, as significant road closures will be in place around the start line and along the course. If you are coming from local areas only, a dedicated drop-off area will be available at ANZAC Public School on Anzac Ave off Ernest St.
Accessible Drop-Off
If you require assistance due to a disability, an accessible drop-off is located in the North Sydney Boys High School car park on Falcon St.
Watch Before You Run
The Official Course Videos
VIEW IT FROM ABOVE
2026 TCS Sydney Marathon Course Flyover
Powered by TCS, see our all-new Course Flyover with the elevation changes, bridges, tree-lined sections and key landmarks, plus Party Zones, drink stations, gel and electrolyte stations along the way. 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 Sydney Opera House.
Key highlights:
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An iconic start line celebrating the heritage of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games marathon
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Crossing the Sydney Harbour Bridge
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A loop of stunning Centennial Park
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Mrs Macquarie's Chair in the Royal Botanic Garden
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The Sydney Opera House finish line
Course Preview (runner point-of-view)
Real-Life 360° Course Preview
During the 2025 TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS, we installed a 360-degree camera on one of our on-course vehicles to provide a point-of-view marathon experience in this five-minute video.
Start Here. Go Anywhere.
Plan Your Perfect Race Day With Our Official Smart Map
Powered by PAM, our new live navigation platform helps you get the most out of race weekend with real-time maps, road closures, spectator viewing locations, entertainment, food and drink, transport options and event activations all in one place. Integrated into the TRACX app, the Official Smart Map makes it easy to follow participants, discover the best places to cheer, and navigate the city with confidence, so you can spend less time planning and more time soaking up the atmosphere.
Backed by the technology trusted by the PGA TOUR, NASCAR, Formula 1 and Tennis Australia, the Official Smart Map brings world-class navigation to Australia's largest marathon.
World First
Free AI Mindset Coaching
In a global first for marathon running, we have partnered with sports psychology platform Marathon State of Mind. Co-created by Olympian Eloise Wellings and Dr Rory Darkins, you get free access to personalised AI coaching. Access weekly live sessions, tailored mental prep, and on-course audio guidance free for every marathon runner in 2026.
Apparel
Official ASICS Merchandise
Uplift your preparation with the Official TCS Sydney Marathon ASICS merchandise range. Designed to inspire, motivate, and celebrate your marathon journey, this premium high-performance kit is available online and at the Running Show.
SECURE YOUR START LINE SPOT in 2027
Three Routes to Run Sydney
With 123,000 applications in 2026, the public ballot is heavily oversubscribed. Explore all three routes to the start line before you decide.
1. The Ballot
The General Ballot opens in September 2026, with the exact date announced on 30 August. Entry is free, and successful applicants will only be charged if they are selected.
2. Charity Partner Program
If you miss out on a Ballot entry, you can still secure your place by running for a cause. Apply directly after the ballot results are announced and bypass the ballot with a guaranteed place through our Headline Charity, Foundation Partner We Run Foundation, or one of our extensive network of charity partners across Australia and internationally.
3. Travel Partner Program
Guarantee your entry and take the stress out of race-day planning. Book a curated travel package through our Official International Travel Partners, combining your guaranteed race bib with premium accommodation and expert support every step of the way.
More Than a Race
Experience Motion Festival
Proudly funded by the NSW Government’s Open Streets Program, in association with the TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS, this August, Circular Quay becomes the place to be.
For four days, the city comes alive with music, movement, food, conversation and good people. Whether you're chasing a marathon dream, cheering from the sidelines, or simply looking for somewhere with a great atmosphere, Motion Festival is where it all comes together.
Good to Know
Frequently asked questions.
partners
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