Course Map
Route based on 2023 course — may differ slightly from this year.
About this Race
The Perth Running Festival Marathon is a flat course through the Western Australian capital, tracing the scenic Swan River and the city's waterfront on largely level roads. The forgiving profile makes it a reasonable personal-best target. Held in a favourable cool window, it offers mild conditions ideal for racing. The riverside scenery and relaxed atmosphere define the day. It suits runners who want a flat, scenic Australian race in a mild climate without the scale of the bigger events.
Course Insight
Perth is a flat marathon along the Swan River through the Western Australian city, runnable and quick on level ground with water views. The flatness leaves restraint to you on the open stretches. A river breeze is the main variable. The waterside setting is pleasant. Pace it evenly and the flat route delivers a clean day.
Difficulty Breakdown
Mostly due to very flat.
Course Details
- Course type
- Out-And-Back
- Elevation gain
- 83m
- Elevation loss
- 86m
- Highest point
- 12m
- Lowest point
- 3m
- Net elevation
- -3m
- Start
- Starts and finishes at Optus Stadium, Burswood.
- Cutoff time
- 7h 0m
Race History
The Perth Running Festival Marathon is a flat course through the Western Australian capital, tracing the scenic Swan River and the city's waterfront on largely level roads. Its forgiving profile and mild conditions made it a reasonable personal-best target. Over the years it drew a steady field to the riverside route. It remains a flat, scenic Australian race in a mild climate.
Plan Your Trip
Everything you need to know to get there, get settled, and get to the start line.
- Nearest airport(s)
- Perth (PER)
- Best area to stay
- The CBD for proximity to the route and full hotels, Northbridge for lively, characterful stays, and South Perth for scenic riverside options.
- Getting to the start
- The start is at Optus Stadium in Burswood; take the train to Optus Stadium Station or the free event shuttle from the CBD.