Train
The event is a short walk from Flinders Street Station. From the station, take the Swanston Street exit and head to your right toward the Arts Centre. Cross the road over the bridge to enter Alexandra Gardens. Event marshals will be present to direct you. You can also disembark at Richmond Station and walk up Swan Street to the start line.
Public transport route and timetable information can be found on the PTV website at ptv.vic.gov.au or by calling 1800 800 007.
Tram
Tram numbers 3, 5, 6, 8, 16, 64, 67 & 72 all travel down St Kilda Road. Disembark at the Arts Centre and cross the road to Alexandra Gardens.
Public transport route and timetable information can be found on the PTV website at ptv.vic.gov.au or by calling 1800 800 007.
Cycle
BYO lock! Bicycle parking available on Boathouse Drive, just near the Event Village in Alexandra Gardens. We cannot accept responsibility for bikes lost or stolen.
Car parking
Street car parking in the area can be limited, so think about car-pooling to the event and arrive early to guarantee a park.
We have partnered with Secure Parking to offer our runners a discounted $7 weekend parking at 300 Flinders Street Car Park. You will receive your promo code in your e-ticket after registering. Parking must be pre-booked online and paid for at least 30 mins BEFORE arriving at the car park.
Other options:
- Southgate (access from City Road or Southgate Avenue) is open 24hrs for a flat rate of $12
- Federation Square car park is open from 8am for a flat rate of $16
- Arts Centre car park is available for $21 on Sundays (disabled parking available)
Please be aware of the road closures due to the event and adhere to parking restrictions.
Access and mobility
There will be an accessible drop-off point on event day on St. Kilda Road in front of the Arts Centre. St. Kilda Road Service lane south bound will be closed to traffic. Traffic wishing to use the accessible drop-off point are best to approach from north bound lanes on St Kilda Road.
Disabled parking is available at the Arts Centre car park.
Road Closures
It is recommended that all motorists avoid roads in the surrounding area including Birdwood Avenue, Linlithgow Avenue and St Kilda Road (Service Lane) from 4:30am to 1:00pm. Where possible, catch public transport, walk or ride to the event.
Most roads on the course will be closed from 4.30am until about 12.00pm.
Following Roads will be closed |
From |
To |
Close |
Open |
Boathouse Drive |
Boathouse Drive |
Boathouse Drive |
05:00 |
13:00 |
Birdwood Avenue – Linlithgow Avenue |
Domain Road |
Linlithgow Avenue |
04:30 |
13:00 |
Linlithgow Avenue |
St Kilda Road (SL) |
Alexandra Avenue |
04:30 |
13:00 |
St Kilda Road (Service Lane Only) |
Anzac Avenue |
Princess Bridge |
04:30 |
13:00 |