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Hankyung Seoul Marathon

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

KROctober 202721.1km · 10km
Race date Oct expected
October 2027
City · Distance
Seoul · 21.1km · 10km
Entry fee
₩80,000From the 2025 edition
2027Date October 2027 · expected · Soon
2026Date Oct 5, 2026 · Entry Jul 16, 2026 ~ Jul 30, 2026 · Entry fee ₩60,000 · Start 07:30
Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About Hankyung Seoul Marathon — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

A day you'll remember,
long past the finish line.

The 2026 Hankyung Seoul Marathon will be held at Yeouido Park Cultural Plaza in Seoul on October 5, 2026, with 5km, 10km, and half marathon events.

It is hosted by Hankyung Media, with registration open from July 16 to 30, 2026.

The road to your own record

Picture the course in advance
and find the pace that fits you.

When the city cheers

Streets lined with cheers, runners all around.
You'll be part of that scene.

The trip that follows the run

Take it slow with the finish still in you,
and meet the city all over again.

Hankyung Seoul Marathon runner reviews and race reports

Stories from runners who've been there.

From the joy of finishing to the tough moments — read what runners wrote themselves.

No runner reports yet. We'll add them here as they come in.

See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

Preview the course and read what runners who went before you wrote.

We haven't found a video for this race yet. We'll add one when we do.

The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to enter Hankyung Seoul Marathon — registration routes

How to reach the start line —
start with what fits you.

Here are the ways to enter and what each requires.
Check the organizer's page for whether entries are open.

From the 2025 edition
Official race websiteEntry options
From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

Hankyung Seoul Marathon course map and elevation

Your 21.1km

Know the course and time limit, and race day comes into focus.

From the 2025 edition
Runners start · local timeFrom 07:30
Time limit2 hours 30 minutes
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HALF 2 hours 30 minutes · 10km 1 hour 30 minutes · 5km 1 hour

The start time and cutoff follow the official announcement (checked 2026.7) — re-check on the official page before entering.

EventStart
Half21.0975km07:30
10K10km07:40
5K5km07:50

80,000 KRW (HALF)
HALF 80,000 KRW / 10km 70,000 KRW / 5km 60,000 KRW (excluding timing chip for the 5km)

not the start line

We have not confirmed the start line coordinates yet.

START

Yeouido Park Culture Plaza area

Start · Google Maps
Original course map · hk-marathon.com

START & FINISH = Yeouido Park Culture Plaza area. HALF 1st turnaround point near Gwangheungchang Station, 2nd turnaround point near the south end of World Cup Bridge, water stations every 2.5km

Field size
First 7,000 participants

Participant benefits

Not yet confirmed in the official race guide

From the most recent edition

Event T-shirt 2026

Finisher medal 2026

This may change for the next edition.

Where and when to collect your Hankyung Seoul Marathon race bib

To the start line,
step by step.

Pick up your bib, check your wave.
So on race morning, you can just run.

From the 2025 edition

Pick up your bib at the expo

Delivery by courier to the address provided at the time of application (delivery costs are borne by the organizer)

Delivery by courier to the address provided at the time of application

delivery costs are borne by the organizer

Stations & transport near the venue

  • Getting to the startYeouido Station (Seoul Subway Line 5), National Assembly Station (Line 9), or Saetgang Station (Line 9)

Source · checked Aug 22, 2026

More details

Getting to the start

Yeouido Station (Seoul Subway Line 5), National Assembly Station (Line 9), or Saetgang Station (Line 9)

City confirmed as Seoul. Start is at Yeouido Park, Culture Plaza, Yeongdeungpo-gu.

Race date confirmed Monday, 2026-10-05. Recommend arriving by subway given expected road closures typical of Yeouido Park marathons.

READY TO RUN

From race morning to after the finish.

Your start time, fuel and bag drop.
Know them ahead and the run feels easier.

October mornings can be chilly.

Bring a warm layer for the wait before the start, and use arm sleeves to stay warm early on if you are wearing short sleeves.

With distances up to the half marathon, start the first 5 km a little more conservatively than your target, then focus on maintaining your pace after 15 km.

Times are local to Seoul. Check the latest official information before the race.

A trip built around the race

STAY A LITTLE

MAKE IT A RUNTRIP

The race is one day,
the trip can be longer.

From a hotel that makes race morning easy,
to the meals and views you'll enjoy with the medal on.

Korean Sauna & Massage Experience in Seoul

₩140,099

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Seoul Solo Dining Reservations Dine Like A Local Jason K Table

₩1,211

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Suwon Private Tour: Day & Night Experience (with Photographer Option)

₩348,197

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Beauty Aesthetic Seoul: Premium K-Beauty Traveler Wellness

₩180,027

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Gwangjang Market Jongno Gu Half Day Local Food Wine Tasting Tour

₩160,600

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Hotels near the Hankyung Seoul Marathon start line in

Hotels that make race morning easy

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Distances are straight-line from the start.
Check real travel times and booking terms with each hotel.

Seoulwood Retreat, Stay Dangsan Seoul Near Hongdae & Yeouido, 5 min walk from the subway station

Accommodation · 2.2km

8.6/10(21)
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Time for you, before and after the finish

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Rest a little, wander a little.
Pick what suits you and whoever you're with.

Korean Sauna & Massage Experience in Seoul

₩140,099

View on Klook

Beauty Aesthetic Seoul: Premium K-Beauty Traveler Wellness

₩180,027

View on Klook

Seoul Myeongdong Dream Esthe Body Massage & K-Beauty Facial

₩69,961

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Seoul: The Hanoi Foot & Body Massage Course in Myeongdong

₩110,412

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A3 Myeongdong Women-Only Private Body Scrub Spa

₩105,119

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Luxury Swiss Perfection Facial & Body Spa: L’Escape Hotel Myeongdong

₩198,047

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Slow Seoul Riverside Walking Mindful Tarot Reading

₩48,803

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Private Vehicle Charter Tour from Seoul (Customized Seoul & Surrounding Areas)

₩360,134

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Jindo Eats Local Food Specialty Collection Seoul Station Pickup

₩14,537

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Jindo Eats Local Food Specialty Collection Seoul Station Pickup

₩17,998

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Jindo Eats Local Food Specialty Collection Seoul Station Pickup

₩12,114

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Seoul Private Premium Buddhist Temple Journey Michelin Dining

₩199,884

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Seoul Unesco Palaces Half Day Cultural Experience with Hanbok

₩61,782

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Seoul Inwangsan Night View Cycling & Hiking Private Tour

₩65,286

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Seoul Ceramic Plate Marbling Workshop & Experience

₩120,006

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Seoul Korean Classroom Studio YouTube & TikTok Filming

₩42,686

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Seoul Han River Tubester Rental Boat Picnic Package

₩87,049

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Seoul Cheonggyecheon Stream & Han River Small-Group E-Bike Tour

₩52,053

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Easy Night Hike with Seoul Night Views and Riverside Scenery

₩88,049

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Professional Korean Interpretation Service

₩199,831

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Airport Journey with a Private Premium Shopping & Culture Curator

₩932,936

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Best Kpop Dance Class in Myeongdong Seoul Photos Video

₩66,974

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Kind Global Myeongdong Personalized K Beauty Skin Treatment

₩54,168

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Bukchon Hanboknam Hanbok Rental & Photo Shoot

₩19,037

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Blood, Tears and Independence: Korea's Dark Colonial History Guided Walking Tour

₩76,319

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Where runners eat in Seoul

Eating well is part of the trip

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A meal before the race, a dinner to celebrate the finish.

Seoul Solo Dining Reservations Dine Like A Local Jason K Table

₩1,211

View on Klook

Gwangjang Market Jongno Gu Half Day Local Food Wine Tasting Tour

₩160,600

View on Klook

Seoul Bukchon Hanok Village Half Day Private Brewery Food Tour

₩267,724

View on Klook

Seoul Namdaemun: Private Shopping Concierge & Street Food Tour

₩317,195

View on Klook

Seoul Vegan Michelin Temple 3 Hour Small Group Tour

₩262,359

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10 Korean Food Tastings from Traditional Markets to Modern Cuisine

₩180,848

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What to see in Seoul after the race

Seeing Seoul with the medal on

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The city you ran — this time, a little slower.

Suwon Private Tour: Day & Night Experience (with Photographer Option)

₩348,197

View on Klook

Seoul City Tour Bus Seoul Trip Center Palaces Course Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour Seoul

₩26,478

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Changgyeonggung Palace Half-Day Guided History Tour

₩40,150

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Total cost and budget for Hankyung Seoul Marathon

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

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light and in one place.

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Runner stories and questions about Hankyung Seoul Marathon

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

Be the first runner
Leave this room's first post

Seoul runners' room

Looking for runners to join you at this race? Pacers is a Korean running app for finding race buddies and groups (in Korean).

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Frequently asked questions about Hankyung Seoul Marathon

FAQ
When was Hankyung Seoul Marathon 2026 held?

It was held on Mon, October 5, 2026. The next race is October 2027.

When does Hankyung Seoul Marathon 2027 take place?

Not officially announced yet.

It's expected in October 2027;

the 2026 race was held on Mon, October 5, 2026.

When does registration for Hankyung Seoul Marathon 2027 open?

Not announced yet. Entries for the 2026 race opened on Thu, July 16, 2026.

How much is the Hankyung Seoul Marathon 2027 entry fee?

Not announced yet. The 2026 race entry fee was about ₩60,000.

How do I register for Hankyung Seoul Marathon 2027?

Entry routes: Online, first-come, first-served registration.

Registration is handled on the official website.

(From the 2025 edition)

What is the time limit for Hankyung Seoul Marathon 2027?

HALF 2 hours 30 minutes · 10km 1 hour 30 minutes · 5km 1 hour.

(From the 2025 edition)

What distances does Hankyung Seoul Marathon 2027 offer?

Half · 10K. (From the 2025 edition)

What time does Hankyung Seoul Marathon 2027 start?

The race starts at 07:30. (From the 2025 edition)

Where does Hankyung Seoul Marathon 2027 start?

Yeouido Park Culture Plaza area. (From the 2025 edition)

What is the Hankyung Seoul Marathon 2027 course like?

START & FINISH = Yeouido Park Culture Plaza area.

HALF 1st turnaround point near Gwangheungchang Station, 2nd turnaround point near the south end of World Cup Bridge, water stations every 2.5km

Where can I book a hotel near the Hankyung Seoul Marathon 2027 start?

You can compare live prices for hotels around the start in Seoul in the STAY section of this page.

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