The IRONMAN Group, organisers of the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) has announced road closures as well as traffic and transport arrangements as SCSM 2024 returns with a new race route from 29 November 2024 to 1 December 2024 (Friday – Sunday).
The three-day event will kick off with the Kids Dash on Friday, 29 November, followed by the 5km and 10km runs on Saturday, 30 November, and the Half Marathon and Marathon categories to be held on Sunday, 1 December, with the newly re-introduced Ekiden category teams running alongside the marathoners.
Kicking off at the F1 Pit building, the new route will take participants past some of the most scenic and iconic landmarks in Singapore. Runners on the 5KM and 10KM routes enjoy the best of Singapore’s cityscape, passing by Suntec City and Republic Avenue before heading towards the Esplanade Bridge for stunning waterfront sights and breathtaking views of Singapore’s skyline.
Marathon and Half Marathon runners are in for a treat with routes that offer a vibrant blend of nature and modern architecture with a picturesque run along Merdeka Bridge and National Stadium before catching the sunrise at East Coast Park (ECP). Marathon runners will race along the ECP earlier in the race compared to 2023, enjoying the CBD in daylight for the first time as they loop back towards the city. Additionally, Half Marathon participants will race through the Gardens by the Bay for the very first time since 2016, with a dedicated route taking them through the tranquil greenery. The routes will offer an unmatched race experience and an unforgettable journey through Singapore’s culture and history.
Jeff Edwards, Managing Director of Asia for the IRONMAN Group, said: “The refreshed routes for SCSM 2024 have been carefully planned in close collaboration with key partners to offer a memorable race for our runners as well as spectators. Safety of all is a key priority when we plan these events, and SCSM 2024 looks forward to welcoming participants from all over the world to an event that celebrates both the excitement of a world-class race and the beautiful sights of Singapore.
Important Announcements On Road Closures
Friday, 29 November 2024 (Kids Dash)
The three-day running event will kick off with the Kids Dash, which will flag off from the Formula 1 Pit Building at 7 pm. There will be no road closures or diversions during the Kids Dash.
Saturday, 30 November 2024 (10km & 5km)
Road closures and diversions closures for the 10km & 5km categories will begin from 2 am to 11.45 am on 30 November 2024.
Participants will begin their run at the F1 Pit Building before finishing at the Anderson Bridge.
Sunday, 1 December 2024 (Marathon & Half Marathon)
Road closures and diversions along the Marathon and Half Marathon routes will start at 12.01 am and end at 3 pm on 1 December 2024. Road closures will end 2.5 hours after the last runner has passed the checkpoint.
To enable the earliest access possible for affected roads, organisers will progressively re-open roads from as early as 8.30 the same morning.
Estimated Road Closure Times by Area
The following areas are No Access Zones that will have no vehicular access, pick-ups, and drop-offs. Alternative pick-ups and drop-off arrangements for affected areas are available.
Saturday, 30 November
Sunday, 1 December
Main Alternate Routes by Area for 1 Dec
Facilitating a Smoother Traffic Flow
Race planning has been done in close consultation with relevant authorities, resulting in a route which provides a great experience for runners while minimising disruption for road users and those who live and work in the area. No emergency or essential services, such as hospitals, will be affected by road closures.
Road closure signages, Variable Message Systems (VMS), Auxiliary Police Officers and Traffic Management Officers will be deployed at all affected roads to help re-direct traffic and assist the public with alternative routes to their destinations.
Alternative Public Transport Arrangements
Members of the public are strongly advised to plan their journeys ahead of time and are encouraged to use public transport during the affected times between 30 November 2024 to 1 December 2024. The public may also wish to download GPS navigation applications such as Google Maps or Waze, which will be updated to reflect road closures.
For the full list of affected roads, kindly visit: https://www.singaporemarathon.com/runners/traffic-advisory
