Newcastle Marathon
Newcastle, Australia · Monday 7 September 2026
Newcastle Marathon, part of the Newcastle Running Festival, is a premier event held on Easter Saturday in Newcastle, Australia. The course features four loops, each 10.55 km, along Newcastle's iconic waterfront, offering stunning views of Newcastle Harbour, Honeysuckle Foreshore, and Nobbys Beach. This flat and fast route is perfect for achieving personal bests.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
3:59:50
Time difference: -0.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain29m
Elevation High16m
Elevation Low1m
Weather Forecast
High28°C
Low12°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Newcastle Marathon?
Moderateharder than 42% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Newcastle Marathon plays about 4 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #663 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #22 of 27 in Australia. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Newcastle 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 Newcastle Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:58:43 | −01:17 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:29:17 | −00:43 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:59:50 | −00:10 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:30:23 | +00:23 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:00:56 | +00:56 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:31:28 | +01:28 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:02:01 | +02:01 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Newcastle Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Newcastle Marathon is a full marathon held in Newcastle, Australia. It is scheduled for Monday 7 September 2026. The course is run on road surface with 29m of total climbing, with its high point near 16m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Newcastle Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 29m 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 28°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
Newcastle 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 Newcastle Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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