Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2025 Race Route Revealed: Flatter, Faster, and Finishing at the Padang with No Benjamin Sheares Bridge or West Coast Highway
- SportPlus News
- Oct 8
- 4 min read
Flatter, faster, and more scenic – the 2025 Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon unveils refreshed routes and a historic Padang finish line
Singapore, 8 October 2025 – The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon™ (SCSM) 2025 is set to deliver a breathtaking new race experience when it returns on 6–7 December 2025.
With fresh route designs unveiled today, runners can look forward to scenic views, flatter terrain, and a spectacular finish line at the Padang — a location steeped in Singapore’s sporting and cultural heritage.
More than 45,000 runners have already signed up for this year’s two-day event, including over 11,400 international participants, highlighting the race’s continued global appeal as Singapore’s premier running event.
New Routes for a Faster, More Scenic Race
The redesigned courses for SCSM 2025 promise a visually stunning journey through the heart of Singapore. Starting from the F1 Pit Building, runners will take in panoramic waterfronts, lush green spaces, and vibrant urban architecture before crossing the finish line at the Padang.
This year’s routes have been engineered with performance in mind — removing challenging elevation points such as West Coast Highway and Sheares Avenue.
The result: a flatter, faster course that’s perfect for both competitive runners chasing personal bests and newcomers taking on new distances.
Reimagined Race Weekend Schedule
In an exciting first, the Marathon and Half Marathon will be held on separate days to enhance the race experience and ease congestion along key stretches. The Kids Dash, previously held on Friday evenings, will now join the weekend festivities on Saturday morning, creating a full-family race atmosphere.
SCSM 2025 Race Schedule:
Date | Time | Category |
Saturday, 6 December | 4:30 a.m. | Half Marathon |
6:30 a.m. | 5km | |
9:00 a.m. | Kids Dash | |
Sunday, 7 December | 4:30 a.m. | Marathon & Ekiden |
6:30 a.m. | 10km |
Half Marathon & 5km: Saturday Highlights
Saturday’s Half Marathon route (21.1km) captures the essence of Singapore’s beauty — from the National Stadium and Suntec City to One Fullerton and Gardens by the Bay. Runners will cross the Marina Barrage, enjoying sweeping skyline and sea views before looping through Gardens by the Bay East and finishing at the Padang.
The 5km race, flagging off at 6:30 a.m., offers a short, vibrant run past city landmarks such as the Esplanade, Merlion Park, and Victoria Theatre — concluding with a grand finish at the Padang.
Families can join the fun with the Kids Dash at 9:00 a.m., an 800-metre sprint starting at Esplanade Drive and finishing on Connaught Drive. With cheering crowds and age-based start times, it promises a morning full of family spirit and celebration.
Marathon & Ekiden: Sunday’s Signature Race
Sunday’s Marathon (42.195km) and Ekiden relay start at 4:30 a.m. from the F1 Pit Building. The route takes runners past Singapore Sports Hub, Esplanade, and Merlion Park before sweeping through Marina Bay, Gardens by the Bay, and East Coast Park for long coastal stretches toward Laguna Flyover.
Runners will then head back to the city, crossing the Marina Barrage and finishing strong at the Padang. Additional hydration zones, cooling stations, and even ice pop stops will be available at warmer stretches like Marina East Drive to help runners stay refreshed.
Ekiden Relay – Runner Changeover Details
Runner | Changeover Zone | Distance to Run* |
Runner 1 | – | 11.5km |
Runner 2 | Bayfront Plaza | 12.5km |
Runner 3 | ECP Carpark E1 | 8.3km |
Runner 4 | Marina Barrage | 9.9km |
Total | 42.195km |
The SCSM Ekiden relay follows the same route with four runners per team and changeovers at Bayfront Plaza, ECP Carpark E1, and Marina Barrage.
Mr Jeff Edwards, Managing Director of Asia for The IRONMAN Group, organisers of SCSM, said:
“Each route for this year’s Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon has been thoughtfully designed to highlight Singapore’s unique blend of heritage, urban vibrancy, and natural beauty. From the National Gallery to Gardens by the Bay and East Coast Park, runners will experience a truly immersive journey through the city.”
Mr Patrick Lee, CEO, Singapore and ASEAN, Standard Chartered, added:
“We are immensely proud of our longstanding partnership with the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, now in its 24th year. The race showcases Singapore’s spirit of resilience and community, while inspiring every participant to chase their personal bests.”
Registration and 10.10 Promotion
Registration for all race categories — Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, Ekiden (Team of 4), and Kids Dash — is open now.
Late pricing (inclusive of GST and processing fees):
Marathon: $197
Half Marathon: $175
10km: $131
5km: $99
Ekiden: $545 (team of 4)
Kids Dash: $44
*Standard Chartered cardholders enjoy 15% off registration fees.
In celebration of 10 October (10.10), SCSM will launch a limited-time promotion with specially priced slots and a 3-day roadshow at Jewel Changi Airport (10–12 October) featuring early-bird discounts for the 5km and 10km races, plus 25% off Kids Dash registrations.
SCSM will also have a limited number of specially priced slots available on their website on the day, in addition to the 10–12 October roadshow at Jewel.
Join the Race and Make History
Whether you’re aiming for a personal record or running your first race, the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2025 promises an unforgettable journey through Singapore’s most iconic sights — culminating in a finish at the historic Padang.
Register now at www.singaporemarathon.com #SCSM2025 #OurHomeRace #MakeThatFinishLineYours
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