Hong Kong Marathon

Hong Kong Marathon Countdown

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Hrs

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Next Race

January 17, 2027

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The Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon is Southeast Asia's flagship road race, attracting over 70,000 participants across all distances. The dramatic point-to-point course starts in Tsim Sha Tsui and traverses the Stonecutters and Tsing Ma Bridges, plunges through the Western Harbour Tunnel beneath Victoria Harbour, and finishes in Victoria Park on Hong Kong Island. The unique mix of soaring bridges, underwater tunnels, and towering skyscrapers makes it unlike any other marathon in the world.

WA Gold Label

Est.

1997

Distance

42.195km / 26.2mi

Course

Point-to-point

Surface

Road

Elev. Gain

120m

Elev. Loss

120m

Field Size

~22,000

When

January

Time Limit

6h

THE COURSE

Gain

+120m

Loss

-120m

MI 0

KM 0

Nathan Road Start

The race begins on the famous Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui, the bustling heart of Kowloon. Neon signs and towering buildings frame the start as runners head north toward the bridges.

ELEV: 10ft

MI 0

KM 0

Nathan Road Start

The race begins on the famous Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui, the bustling heart of Kowloon. Neon signs and towering buildings frame the start as runners head north toward the bridges.

ELEV: 10ft

MI 8

KM 13

Tsing Ma Bridge

Runners cross the awe-inspiring Tsing Ma Bridge, one of the world's longest suspension bridges. The exposed upper deck offers panoramic views of the surrounding islands and open water far below.

ELEV: 70ft

MI 8

KM 13

Tsing Ma Bridge

Runners cross the awe-inspiring Tsing Ma Bridge, one of the world's longest suspension bridges. The exposed upper deck offers panoramic views of the surrounding islands and open water far below.

ELEV: 70ft

MI 12

KM 20

Stonecutters Bridge

The course traverses the modern Stonecutters Bridge, a cable-stayed span with a striking X-shaped tower. The elevated roadway provides sweeping views of the Kwai Tsing container terminals and Hong Kong skyline.

ELEV: 60ft

MI 12

KM 20

Stonecutters Bridge

The course traverses the modern Stonecutters Bridge, a cable-stayed span with a striking X-shaped tower. The elevated roadway provides sweeping views of the Kwai Tsing container terminals and Hong Kong skyline.

ELEV: 60ft

MI 18

KM 29

Western Harbour Tunnel

Runners descend into the Western Harbour Crossing, running beneath Victoria Harbour itself. The underground stretch is surreal — the lowest point of the course at roughly 30 meters below sea level.

ELEV: -30ft

MI 18

KM 29

Western Harbour Tunnel

Runners descend into the Western Harbour Crossing, running beneath Victoria Harbour itself. The underground stretch is surreal — the lowest point of the course at roughly 30 meters below sea level.

ELEV: -30ft

MI 26.2

KM 42.195

Victoria Park Finish

Emerging onto Hong Kong Island, runners navigate the final miles through the urban canyons of Causeway Bay before finishing in the lush green oasis of Victoria Park. The roaring crowds make for a triumphant conclusion.

ELEV: 5ft

MI 26.2

KM 42.195

Victoria Park Finish

Emerging onto Hong Kong Island, runners navigate the final miles through the urban canyons of Causeway Bay before finishing in the lush green oasis of Victoria Park. The roaring crowds make for a triumphant conclusion.

ELEV: 5ft