The Cardiff Half Marathon route

It was a fast course, so I got a new personal best. The atmosphere was electric and carried me through the 13.1 miles!
Suzanne, 2011

Cwrs ras Hanner Marathon Caerdydd

The Cardiff Half Marathon is fast becoming one of the top races of the autumn running calendar.

The route takes you through beautiful scenery and past historic buildings. It’s predominantly flat and fast, making it ideal for beginners and professionals alike. Achieve your personal best in Cardiff!

The wheelchair race will start at 8:50am and the rest of the field will start at 9:00am.

Starting in Cardiff Bay, the route goes to the heart of the city and takes in the impressive Civic Centre, passing Cardiff Castle. Runners take in Cardiff City and the athletics stadiums, as well as the new BBC studios in the Bay. The race also includes the popular run across the beautiful barrage and picturesque Penarth Marina.

Check out the interactive route map to see the Cardiff half marathon route, get helpful notes on the course and terrain and discover which landmarks you’ll be running past. It also includes a useful elevation chart for the race.
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The course will be policed and marshalled throughout.

Race day facilities may be subject to change.

See the other race facilities

See the route map (PDF)

Read the route in words