Question 1

How long is a half marathon?

Accepted Answer

A half marathon is 21.0975 kilometres, or 13.1 miles — exactly half the marathon distance. Most finishers cross the line in 1:45 to 2:30.

Question 2

How long does it take to train for a half marathon?

Accepted Answer

Plan on 12 to 16 weeks of training if you can already run 5K comfortably. Build to a long run of 10 to 12 miles two weeks before race day.

Question 3

What's a good half marathon time?

Accepted Answer

Around 2 hours is a typical recreational goal. Sub-1:45 is a solid club time, sub-1:30 is competitive, and sub-1:15 is elite age-group level.

Question 4

How much does a UK half marathon cost?

Accepted Answer

Entry fees range from around £25 for small regional events up to £60+ for major city halves like the Great North Run or Royal Parks. Most fall in the £30 to £45 bracket.

Half Marathons in Scotland 2026

Upcoming half marathons in Scotland

Kirkcaldy Parks Running Festival

2 Islands Half Marathon

Caithness Half Marathon

Speyside Windfarm Challenge

Run Scotland Strathclyde Autumn 5k, 10k, Half Marathon

Auchterarder Running Festival - Half Marathon

Dumfries Half Marathon

AJ Bell Great Scottish Run

Great Scottish Run

Run Scotland Rannoch Marathon / Half Marathon

Rosemary Mazzone Memorial Northern 10 Mile / Half Marathon Run and Walk

Jedburgh Running Festival Half Marathon

Dalmeny Estate Trail Half Marathon

Fraserburgh Half Marathon

Alloa Half Marathon

Other distances in Scotland

Half Marathons in other UK regions

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