Cardiff Half Marathon 2026
04.10.26
Half-Marathon
3 Nights
Guaranteed Entry
Join thousands of runners in the vibrant city of Cardiff for the Oysho Cardiff Half Marathon. Known for its scenic route through historic landmarks and waterfront views.
Whether you’re chasing a personal best or soaking in the energy of the crowd, this is a race experience you won’t want to miss! With a fast, flat course and incredible support from start to finish, the Cardiff Half is the perfect blend of challenge and celebration.
ENTRY & EXTRAS
Half marathon entry
€110
per person
CARDIFF HALF MARATHON ROUTE
The Cardiff Half Marathon race route starts outside the Cardiff Castle; runners head past the Principality Stadium and through city streets toward Penarth. The course then takes participants across the Cardiff Bay Barrage, offering waterfront views and sights like the Wales Millennium Centre and the Norwegian Church. The final miles head back toward the city centre, passing Cardiff University and ending at King Edward VII Avenue, near the Civic Centre.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Getting to Cardiff
Cardiff Airport (CWL): Located around 20 km southwest of the city centre and serves domestic and European flights.
• Train: The Cardiff Airport Express (VIA Rhoose Station) connects the airport to Cardiff Central Station in around 35 minutes, with a short shuttle bus between the terminal and station.
• Bus: The T9 Airport Express runs directly from the airport to Cardiff city centre in about 35 minutes).
• Taxi: Taxis are readily available outside the terminal. The journey into the city centre takes around 25–30 minutes and costs approximately £30–£40.
Getting around Cardiff
• Train: Cardiff Central Station is the city’s main transport hub, with frequent local and regional services connecting nearby towns and suburbs, as well as cities like London, Bristol, and Swansea.
• Bus: There’s an extensive network throughout the city and surrounding areas, with frequent services to key landmarks, attractions, and the marathon start/finish zones. Contactless payment is accepted on board.
• Taxis: Licensed black cabs and private hire taxis are widely available across the city. Ride-hailing apps like Uber and Bolt also operate in Cardiff.
• Cycling & Walking: Cardiff is a compact and pedestrian-friendly city, with most marathon-related locations easily walkable. Dedicated cycle lanes and rental options, such as Nextbike, make cycling a convenient way to explore.
WHY BOOK WITH US?
With Sports Tours, you never run alone. We’ll meet you at your hotel, escort you to the race expo and get you to the start line with ease. Join us for a 5KM shakeout run, meet fellow runners and celebrate together post-race.
INCLUDED IN YOUR HALF MARATHON PACKAGE:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Guaranteed entry
- Accommodation options available
- City walking tour on Saturday
- Comprehensive support from Sports Tours reps in your hotel
Itinerary
DAY 1 – WELCOME DRINKS
Welcome to Cardiff! Please make your own way to the hotel. In the evening, join us for welcome drinks at the hotel bar, where you’ll have the chance to meet fellow Team Sports Tours runners participating in the tour.
DAY 2 – 5KM SHAKEOUT RUN, RACE BRIEFING & WALKING TOUR
This morning our reps will lead you on a guided 5K shakeout run around the surrounding area of Cardiff. Next is our pre-race briefings for the Oysho Cardiff Half Marathon. Our experienced team will go over what to expect and you’ll have the opportunity to ask any questions. Then, we’ll escort you to the race expo to browse merchandise and collect your race bib. Today you will also be able to enjoy a guided walking tour around Cardiff. (Timings for the tour will be confirmed in your itinerary.)
DAY 3 – RACE DAY!
Race day in Cardiff! Best of luck to all runners. Spectators can join us at a designated cheer point to support the runners. After the race, celebrate your achievements with Team Sports Tours during our post-race celebration. Don’t forget to bring your medal!
DAY 4 – DEPARTURE DAY
The event comes to an end this morning. Please check out of your room unless you’ve decided to extend your stay.
Accommodation
Multiple stay and duration options.
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Things to do in CARDIFF
Explore Cardiff Castle
Right in the heart of the city, Cardiff Castle is a blend of Roman ruins and Victorian Gothic architecture. You can climb the medieval keep for panoramic views, stroll the castle grounds, or explore the ornate interiors of the mansion. It’s a must visit for history lovers and families.
Visit Cardiff Bay
Cardiff Bay is a vibrant waterfront area filled with restaurants and shops. Walk along the promenade, visit the Wales Millennium Centre, or take a boat ride across the bay. Don’t miss the Norwegian Church Arts Centre, a fun, hands-on science museum perfect for kids.
Tour the National Museum Cardiff
This free museum is a cultural gem with impressive collections of art, natural history, and archaeology. Art lovers can admire works by Monet, Van Gogh, and Welsh artists, while others can explore dinosaur skeletons and fascinating exhibits on geology and evolution
WHAT PAST PARTICIPANTS SAY
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Jason
Ireland
Have completed a few marathons with this company and have to say they are top class. Always a hassle free enjoyable experience. Definitely worth the money.
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Stephen
Ireland
I want to say a special thanks to the Sports Tours team that supported us. James took a few of us down to the Expo and looked after us really well. A pure gent and he took especially good care of two gentlemen from England who needed an extra hand.
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Mike
Ireland
I just wanted to say that the whole package was excellent, but in particular your 2 Irish reps, Eoin and Amy were amazing.
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Richard
Ireland
The whole experience was amazing, and I am pleased to say that the reps paid as much attention to us mere mortal supporters as they did to the runners themselves.
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Grainne
Ireland
Another super trip for us with Sports Tours International and we look forward to the next one.
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Shane
Ireland
Thank you the team for such an incredible experience over the whole weekend, from the flawless check-in's at Melia Hotel to getting set-up for the start line.
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Jim
Ireland
All and all it was a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ experience for me and I would happily recommend Sports Tours International If you are thinking of going to a big city marathon or other sporting event.
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Colm
Ireland
I just wanted to drop a quick note to thank you all for a fantastic trip, Eoin and the team took great care of us and were on hand to give advice whenever we had a question no matter how big or small. They made it an absolute pleasure!
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Matthew
Ireland
We really enjoyed the events you put on throughout our stay. Especially the 5K Shakeout Run and the Sightseeing Boat Tour. Not only were these a great way of seeing the city but also a good way to meet other runners.
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Patsy
Tramore, Ireland
Very satisfied with the event and Sports Tours. Great team on site, knowledgeable and good craic!
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