Busan Bridge Marathon
Race snapshot
Race Day
37–50°F · Feels cold
Total elevation gain
Moderate rolling hills · Net elevation change +33 ft
Participants
Large field
Crowd Rating
Good crowd energy
The Lowdown
The Busan Bridge Marathon is the flagship marathon of South Korea's second-largest city. It was renamed in July 2026 from its previous title, the Busan International Marathon, and is organized by Busan Metropolitan City, KNN, and the Korean Athletics Association with support from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. The course starts and finishes at BEXCO Exhibition Hall 1 and is built around three sea bridges — Gwangan Bridge, Busan Port Bridge, and Namhang Bridge — showcasing the city's coastal skyline before returning through downtown Busan. On race day, December 6, 2026, the Full Marathon (42.195 km) starts at 7:30 AM and the 10K road race starts at 8:00 AM, for a combined field of 12,000 runners (5,000 Full Marathon, 7,000 10K). Entrants must be at least 18, and Full Marathon runners must show proof of a previous official marathon finish under 4 hours 30 minutes. December in Busan runs cool and dry, with race-day highs typically near 8°C (46°F) and lows near 4°C (39°F), plus brisk coastal wind off the water.
Questions about the Busan Bridge Marathon 2026
When is the Busan Bridge Marathon 2026?
Sunday, December 6, 2026.
Where is the Busan Bridge Marathon?
Busan, South Korea.
What time does the Busan Bridge Marathon start?
The race starts at 7:30 AM, local time.
What is the Busan Bridge Marathon time limit?
6 hours.
How do I enter the Busan Bridge Marathon 2026?
Registration is open. Aug 16, 2026: Registration Closes. Aug 1, 2026: Registration Opens. Ways in: Online registration via busanmarathon.com, first-come first-served.
How much does the Busan Bridge Marathon 2026 cost?
Full Marathon: ₩80,000. 10K Road Race: ₩60,000.
What is the Busan Bridge Marathon elevation gain?
180 m (591 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +10 m (33 ft). Moderate rolling hills.
What is the Busan Bridge Marathon course like?
It passes Gwangan Bridge (Gwangandaegyo), Busan Port Bridge (Busanhang-daegyo) and Namhang Bridge (Namhang-daegyo).
What is the weather like at the Busan Bridge Marathon?
Race-day temperatures are usually 3–10 °C (37–50 °F). Feels cold.
How many runners does the Busan Bridge Marathon have?
12,000 participants. Large field.
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