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Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

KRSeptember 202721.1km · 10km · 5km
Race date Sep expected
September 2027
City · Distance
Pohang · 21.1km · 10km · 5km
Entry fee
₩40,000From the 2026 edition
2027Date September 2027 · expected · Soon
2026Date Sep 13, 2026 · Entry fee ₩40,000 · Start 08:00
Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

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

A nationwide marathon held in Pohang, a leading city in secondary battery manufacturing,

featuring a course along a scenic coastline, with full traffic control and a bottleneck-free course design.

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.

Pohang Secondary Battery National 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.

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This may be from a past edition. Check the organizer for this year's course and operations.

The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to enter Pohang Secondary Battery National 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 2026 edition
Official race websiteEntry options
From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon course map and elevation

Your 21.1km

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

From the 2026 edition
Runners start · local timeFrom 08:00
Time limit1 hour
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5km 1 hour, 10km 3 hours

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

40,000 KRW
Based on half marathon

not the start line

We have not confirmed the start line coordinates yet.

START

Parking lot at Pohang Canal Pavilion

Start · Google Maps

Runners start · local time — 08:00 half marathon · 08:10 10km · 08:20 5km start

Participant benefits

Not yet confirmed in the official race guide

Where and when to collect your Pohang Secondary Battery National 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 2026 edition

Pick up your bib at the expo

Based on the previous edition — bib and race merchandise were shipped by courier to the registered address, and a merchandise-shipping option was also available for runners unable to visit the venue.
Check the official site for the 2026 edition's shipping schedule.

Stations & transport near the venue

  • Getting to the startNo confirmed subway or bus stop (Pohang is a city without a subway).
  • Getting to the finishNo information available
  • Transit cardThe Pohang battery-industry marathon is held in Pohang, a city without a subway; local buses and taxis…

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026

More details

Getting to the start

No confirmed subway or bus stop (Pohang is a city without a subway).

Confirmed on the official site: Pohang Canal Pavilion parking lot (Nam-gu, Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do), start at 08:00 on 2026-09-13 (Sun). The race office is at 10 Sanggong-ro, Nam-gu, Pohang.

No date conflict (2026-09-13, confirmed on the official site). Pohang has no subway; KTX Pohang Station and the Express Bus Terminal are the main cut-off point

Getting to the finish

No information available

Transit card

The Pohang battery-industry marathon is held in Pohang, a city without a subway; local buses and taxis connect from Pohang Station (KTX). Use a T-money/Cashbee card for buses, available at convenience stores near the station; a ride costs about KRW 1,500.

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.

September mornings are cool, while the sun can feel intense during the day.

Bring a light layer to remove before the start and a hat.

With half marathon in the race, start the first 5km comfortably below your target effort;

after 15km, maintaining pace is the key.

Pohang is known for gwamegi and mulhoe.

Homigot Sunrise Square and Yeongildae Beach are its signature attractions.

Times are local to Pohang. 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.

Gyeongju Small-Group Market Tour and Korean Cooking Class

₩104,005

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Pohang Yeongil Sunrise Bay Yacht Experience

₩45,169

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Daegu Head Spa: K-Beauty Scalp Care & Water Relaxation

₩149,993

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Hotels near the Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon start line in

Hotels that make race morning easy

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Distances are straight-line from the start.
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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.

Daegu Head Spa: K-Beauty Scalp Care & Water Relaxation

₩149,993

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Busan Ollida Aesthetic: Premium Korean-Style Facial Care at Oncheonjang

₩154,022

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Luxury Korean Spa with Ocean View at A 5 Star Hotel in Busan

₩326,391

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Busan Premium Neck Shoulder Back Manual Therapy Care

₩35,131

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Seasonable Busan Haeundae 1 1 Premium Aroma Head Spa

₩92,933

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Mariage Hair Premium K Head Spa Styling in Haeundae Busan

₩55,206

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Daegu Uniyuscent Perfume and Diffuser-Making One-Day Class

₩36,041

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Busan Mother of Pearl Craft Class with Tea Ceremony

₩47,072

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Ulsan Car Rental | Wide Range of Vehicles Available

₩102,590

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Daegu E-World Rental of Trendy School Uniforms

₩19,964

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Daegu E World Busan Lotte World Shuttle Ticket from Busan Daegu

₩109,720

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Pororo Aqua Village Water Park Ticket Gyeongju

₩28,036

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Gyeongju UNESCO Key Heritage Sites Private Full-Day Tour

₩580,697

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Gyeongju Silla Heritage Sites & Golden Night View Tour

₩77,297

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Gyeongju Temples Heritage Full Day Experience

₩132,564

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Busan Songjeong Beach Run Surf Seaside K Bbq Experience

₩115,431

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Busan Tennis Lesson & Souvenir (Professional Coach Instruction)

₩64,924

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Busan Haeundae One-Day Taekwondo Experience

₩76,838

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Busan Gwangalli Surf Marine Surfing & Paddleboard Experience

₩35,131

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[Gyeongsangbuk-do] Gyeongsangbuk-do Tour Pass – Southern Region

₩11,851

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Where runners eat in Pohang

Eating well is part of the trip

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

Gyeongju Small-Group Market Tour and Korean Cooking Class

₩104,005

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Korean Traditional Alcohol Brewing Tasting Class

₩60,225

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Busan Local Food Experience Korean Pancake Cooking

₩80,300

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Busan Yacht Dinner Cruise with K Food Live Music Haeundae

₩42,227

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What to see in Pohang after the race

Seeing Pohang with the medal on

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

Pohang Yeongil Sunrise Bay Yacht Experience

₩45,169

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Gyeongju, Korea’s Former Capital: Day Tour from Busan

₩62,969

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Private Vehicle Tour of Gyeongju (Gyeongju & Surrounding Areas)

₩467,671

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Total cost and budget for Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Trip prep too,
light and in one place.

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Runner stories and questions about Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

Be the first runner
Leave this room's first post

Pohang runners' room

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Frequently asked questions about Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon

FAQ
When was Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon 2026 held?

It was held on Sun, September 13, 2026. The next race is September 2027.

When does Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon 2027 take place?

Not officially announced yet.

It's expected in September 2027;

the 2026 race was held on Sun, September 13, 2026.

How much is the Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon 2027 entry fee?

Not announced yet. The 2026 race entry fee was about ₩40,000.

How do I register for Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon 2027?

Entry routes: First come, first served.

Registration is handled on the official website.

(From the 2026 edition)

What is the time limit for Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon 2027?

5km 1 hour, 10km 3 hours. (From the 2026 edition)

What distances does Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon 2027 offer?

Half · 10K · 5K. (From the 2026 edition)

What time should I arrive at the Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon 2027 start area?

Meet at 07:00. (From the 2026 edition)

Where can I book a hotel near the Pohang Secondary Battery National Marathon 2027 start?

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

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