REGISTRATION
12 TOG BAG DROP-OFF
Runners are reminded that a convenient and complimentary tog bag drop-off service will be available at both registration venues, operated by Biddulphs Removals, ensuring athletes can hand over their race-day belongings before collecting their race packs. At Pietermaritzburg Race Pack Collection, the Biddulphs team will be stationed inside the main registration marquee.
Runners will be issued a tog bag voucher when they drop of their bags, which must be presented in order to collect your bag after the race. Important: No voucher, no collection.
The Biddulphs Removals Tog Bag Service will transport all deposited bags to the finish venue, where they can be collected in the Runner Chill Zone just after the finish line. The collection point will be on your right as you make your way towards the exit of the Runner Chill Zone.
7 COMRADES MARATHON MUSEUM
Take a walk-through Comrades history as you explore a treasure trove of memorabilia, historic photographs, medals and stories that celebrate more than a century of The Ultimate Human Race.
8 MR PRICE SPORT STORE
The Mr Price Sport Store offers runners the opportunity to browse official Comrades branded merchandise, running apparel and last-minute race essentials in a convenient retail environment at the heart of race week.
9 CASTLE LITE BEER TENT
Visitors can also relax and soak up the race-week atmosphere at the Castle Lite Beer Tent, a popular gathering point where runners and supporters can connect and celebrate the excitement of Comrades weekend.
10 PHYSIO MASSAGE STATION
A dedicated physio station, offering essential pre-race support in a calm and convenient setting.
Please note: While all reasonable efforts will be made to protect your personal property, neither the CMA, Biddulphs Removals nor any of their respective staff, Board Members, representatives, sponsors, partners or volunteers will accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred by a participant subsequent to their delivery of a tog bag to the Tog Bag Service. Please do not leave any valuables in your bags.
13 RUNNER BUS TICKETS
Getting to and from the start and finish of the Comrades Marathon is made easier with the official Runner Bus service, which provides convenient transport for athletes travelling between Durban and Pietermaritzburg on race day. Runners are invited to use the official Santaco Shuttle Bus Service before the race to get from Pietermaritzburg to the Start in Durban, and / or after the race, to get from the Finish in Pietermaritzburg back to Durban. This helps runners avoid logistical stress, so they can focus fully on their race preparation and the run itself.
Where to buy tickets: Look for the bus ticket stand at Race Pack Collection at Comrades Marathon House. Ticket Cost: R190 per ticket Please note: Tickets are not sold at the start or finish on race day.
Please note that tickets will need to be presented before you can climb aboard one of the buses, so make sure you have it with you before leaving for the race venue.
Getting to the Start: The Santaco Shuttle Bus Service from Pietermaritzburg to Durban will leave from Longmarket Girls’ School in Boshoff Street – use the football field access gate on Boshoff Street. The shuttle buses will be lined up on Boshoff Street, between Woodhouse Road and Bulwer Road. They will depart when full, with the first bus leaving at 01h00, and the last bus is scheduled to leave at 02h30. The buses cannot wait for latecomers, so make sure your alarm is set!
Getting From the Finish: Return buses to Durban will depart from the grassed area adjacent to Woodhouse Road, located to the left of the Runner Chill Zone exit. This service will operate between 10h00 and 20h00 on race day. Passengers will be dropped off outside the Durban Exhibition Centre on Walnut Road.
11 NOVICE TALK PRESENTED BY REXONA
First-time runners are encouraged to attend the Novice Talk brought to you by Rexona, taking place on Friday, 12 June 2026 at 14h00. This informative and inspiring session is designed specifically for novice runners, providing valuable race-day advice, practical tips and motivational stories from some of the legends of the Comrades Marathon. Attendees will gain insights into everything from pacing and nutrition to managing the emotional highs and lows of race day, helping them approach their first Comrades Marathon with confidence.
All that’ s left to say is enjoy the Registration experience as you get yourself physically, mentally and logistically prepared to tackle the 2026 Comrades Marathon!
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