UPDATE: 16th September 2020

The 2020 Connemarathon has been cancelled (if you had an entry for 2020 you will already have received an email from us with information – please note that refunds are no longer available and if you didn’t respond to the email your place has automatically been transferred to 18th April 2021). Early Bird Entries for new participants for 2021 are now sold out but general entries are still available.

VIRTUAL RUN 2020

The 2020 virtual Connemarathon can be completed between 19th and 27th September and participants will receive a race bib, medal, t-shirt, beanie and €10 off a 2021 race entry. New entries for the virtual run and further information is at www.connemarathon.com/virtual-new-entries.

HALF MARATHON

The half marathon starts in Leenane and finishes 13.1 miles away in Maam Cross. Expect some great scenery, a great atmosphere at the start area and two tough hills!

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FULL MARATHON

The full marathon starts at Lough Inagh, takes in the half marathon course and finishes in Maam Cross. Expect a stunning start by the lake and a tough second half to your race.

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ULTRA MARATHON

The ultra marathon takes in the full and half marathon courses and starts and finishes at Maam Cross. Expect 39.3 miles of everything Connemara has to offer!

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You will find everything you need to know on this website but here are some FAQs…

Where do I get my number?

If your number was posted to you, just show up at the race buses on race morning. If you are collecting your race number you can do so in Galway or Clifden.

Times & Locations

How do I get to the start?

All participants should get the race buses to the start lines. You do not need to book a seat on the buses, just turn up at any of the pick-up locations and take your seat.

Bus Times

What time does the race start?

We have five different start times. The ultra marathon runners are first off at 9am, with the full at 10:30am (walkers 9:30am) and the half at 12pm (walkers 11am).

Start Times

Where do I get spectator bus tickets?

Spectator buses pick up in Galway, Oughterard and Clifden and go to the finish area at Maam Cross in plenty of time for all race finishes. Bus tickets are available online and must be purchased in advance.

Tickets

Suncream or umbrellas?

The weather in Connemara is very unpredictable. Over the years this race has been run in glorious sunshine and harsh bitterly cold conditions (remember 2016!). So far things look great for this year.

Weather Forecast

Any other questions?

Wondering about pacers, showers, course profiles, t-shirts, medals, after parties, deferrals, accommodation, water stations, switching distance, merchandise… You’ll find all the answers on this website!

FAQs