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 South West 2026

Upcoming half marathons in South West

Bridgwater Half Marathon

Burnham Half Marathon

Chippenham Half Marathon

Torbay Half Marathon & 10k

Run Barnstaple Marathon, Half Marathon & 10k 2026

Forest Of Dean Autumn Half Marathon

Bourton Half Marathon

Forest of Dean Autumn Trails Half Marathon

RunThrough Swindon Half Marathon

Run Bournemouth 2026

Eden Project Marathon and Half Marathon

Cirencester Half Marathon 2026

AVR Wiltshire Half Marathon

Taunton Half Marathon and Kids Kilometre 2027

Weymouth Half Marathon

Devizes Half Marathon, 5 Mile & Junior Races

Other distances in South West

Half Marathons in other UK regions

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