TCS London Marathon

Distance

42.195 km

Fee

£225 for international runners (£79.99 in the UK)

Entry

2027 ballot closed (results July 2026); charity, tour operators and Good for Age remain

Details

Two-day event: Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 April 2027 (your day depends on your allocation). One of the Abbott World Marathon Majors

Time limit

See official rules

Course

Elevation gain 246 feet (about 74 m); the organiser describes the course as "fast and flat". Official source

Getting there

Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and City airports; the start is in Greenwich.

Good to know

Charities usually ask for a minimum of around £2,500. The 2028 ballot usually opens in April, around race weekend.

Details checked on October 26, 2026 against the sources listed. Fees and dates can change: always check the official site before entering or booking. Source: londonmarathonevents.co.uk