Great North Run Half Marathon
The bottom line: this 21.1 km half marathon is a mixed profile. Entry is from £68 for the UK adult place, which our value model rates as strong for the distance.
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Great North Run's half marathon is a point-to-point course over 21.1 km that runs a mixed profile.
How hilly is the Great North Run Half Marathon?
Course profile not yet available for this race.
The course is a point-to-point course. The half marathon route covers 21.1 km. It starts at A167 Central Motorway, Newcastle upon Tyne and finishes at South Shields seafront. The surface is predominantly road.
What are realistic finish times?
Finisher distribution not yet available for this race.
Fit depends on your goal here: weigh the course shape and conditions below against a flat-out PB attempt.
What does it really cost to run?
| Entry fee | £68 |
|---|---|
| Travel (modelled) | £40 |
| Accommodation (modelled) | £90 |
| Estimated total | £198 |
Great North Run's half marathon is covered by our verified fact set; see the data table for specifics.
What are typical race-day conditions?
- 14°CTypical temperature
- 20 kphTypical wind
- 2 mmTypical rainfall
- 79Favourability /100
Expect typical race-day temperatures around 14°C, winds near 20 kph and about 2 mm of rain on an average year. Overall the conditions are favourable for endurance running — a help if you are chasing a time.
Verdict
The bottom line: this 21.1 km half marathon is a mixed profile. Entry is from £68 for the UK adult place, which our value model rates as strong for the distance.