A half marathon is 21.0975 kilometers, which is approximately 21.1 km or 13.1 miles—exactly half the distance of a full marathon (42.195 km)
. This distance is a popular race length that balances challenge and accessibility, making it suitable for both beginner and experienced runners
. In summary:
- Half marathon distance: 21.0975 km (commonly rounded to 21.1 km)
- Equivalent in miles: 13.1 miles
- Exactly half the length of a full marathon (42.195 km or 26.2 miles)