Heartland Marathon
Omaha, United States of America · Sunday 13 September 2026
The Heartland Marathon is held in Omaha, Nebraska, with its course starting at Miller's Landing on the Riverfront Trail and heading south. Participants traverse a two-lap route that crosses the Missouri River into Iowa using the Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge, continues along the Missouri River, and follows the Iowa Riverfront Trail, a paved recreational path running parallel to Council Bluffs and the Missouri River.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:03:27
Time difference: +3.5 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain89m
Elevation High307m
Elevation Low296m
Weather Forecast
High29°C
Low12°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Heartland Marathon?
Difficultharder than 56% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Heartland Marathon plays about 7 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #502 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #257 of 575 in United States of America. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Heartland Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Heartland Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:00:43 | +00:43 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:32:03 | +02:03 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:03:27 | +03:27 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:34:57 | +04:57 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:06:31 | +06:31 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:38:09 | +08:09 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:09:51 | +09:51 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Heartland Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Heartland Marathon is a full marathon held in Omaha, United States of America. It is scheduled for Sunday 13 September 2026. The course is run on road surface with 89m of total climbing, with its high point near 307m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Heartland Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 89m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 12°C and 29°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Heartland Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Heartland Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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