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Soweto Marathon · date not yet announcedSoweto Marathon time predictor
Soweto is a hilly marathon at about 1 680 m. For a runner who lives in Gauteng the altitude is already in their legs; for a coastal runner it costs roughly 8% on the same effort, before a single hill. Type your own numbers and get a predicted finish, corrected for the altitude you train at.
| Distance | 42.2 km |
|---|---|
| Race altitude | 1 680 m |
| Even-pace halfway | 1:58:22 |
| Your fitness (VDOT) | 38.3 |
Flat-course physiology plus an altitude correction. Hills, heat and pacing are not modelled: allow for the course.
Racing it well
Run the hills by effort rather than pace, and do not judge the first 10 km by a sea-level watch. A coastal runner chasing a time should plan a slower first half than feels necessary.
What the prediction includes
Your fitness from the race you type (Daniels’ VDOT), the distance, and the difference in altitude between where you train and the race’s 1 680 m — about 2% for every 300 m above 500 m. It does not model the hills, heat or your pacing, so allow for the course.
A full 20-week block for the date not yet announced race starts on Monday Monday, 7 June 2027. The Soweto Marathon training plan page has the calendar and race-day targets.
Build my Soweto Marathon plan — free to buildSee your whole block before you pay.
Common questions
How do I predict my Soweto Marathon time?
Type a recent race and where you train. The calculator works out your fitness, applies it to the race distance and corrects for altitude.
Is Soweto a fast marathon?
No. It is hilly and at about 1 680 m. Do not expect a sea-level time; choose a coastal marathon for a personal best.
When is the Soweto Marathon?
Date not yet announced. Check the official entry page before booking anything.
When should I start training for the Soweto Marathon?
A full 20-week block starts on Monday Monday, 7 June 2027. A plan built later counts back from race day.