The 2025 London Marathon is shaping up to be one of the most historic editions to date. With more than 56,000 runners anticipated, this year's race may break the New York Marathon's 55,646 finishers record and become the biggest marathon in history.

To be held on Sunday, April 27, the legendary event includes elite athletes, celebrity entrants, and thousands of charity runners who will pour onto London's streets.

For more information about its route maps, weather, and start time, check the story below.

London Marathon Start Times and Weather

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Fun runners cross Tower Bridge during the 2024 London Marathon in central London on April 21, 2024. HENRY NICHOLLS/AFP via Getty Images

According to The Independent, here are the start times for the following events in the London Marathon 2025. All are set in UK time.

  • Elite Wheelchairs: 08:50 BST
  • Elite Women: 09:05 BST
  • Elite Men and Mass Start: 09:35 BST

Expect to experience sunnier weather and warm highs of 21°C. For runners who will finish later during the day, it will be a potentially rough challenge.

London Marathon 2025 Route Map

For runners participating in this international marathon, you will start at Greenwich Park and then conclude your run on The Mall. You will see the iconic Buckingham Palace before you cross the finish line.

The route is mostly flat so you don't have to worry about elevations. Still, the weather will be an issue. You will witness the London landmarks such as Big Ben and Tower Bridge as you run.

Is Eliud Kipchoge Joining the Race?

According to the BBC, a £98,000 (roughly $130,000) prize is on offer to anyone who breaks a world record in the men's or women's category, so this year's event is more competitive than ever.

In the men's event, Eliud Kipchoge returns, targeting his fifth London win. He'll be joined by defending champion Alexander Mutiso Munyao and Olympic gold medalist Tamirat Tola. Half-marathon record holder Jacob Kiplimo also makes his highly anticipated marathon debut.

In the women's elite section, while top contenders such as Sifan Hassan and Tigst Assefa have withdrawn, they add to the fierce competition that others who remain in the race promise. The women's world record of 2:16:16 that Jepchirchir achieved last year is well within reach.

Wheelchair Champions Target More Glory

Swiss greats Marcel Hug and Catherine Debrunner return to the wheelchair events with a view to continuing their supremacy. Hug is targeting his seventh London victory, while Debrunner hopes to claim her third London triumph after her golden streak at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.

British Runners in the Spotlight

Everyone will be looking at Olympic triathlon gold medalist Alex Yee and distance sensation Eilish McColgan, both racing the marathon for the first time. Others in the standout Brits group are Mahamed Mahamed, Philip Sesemann, Charlotte Purdue, Rose Harvey, and Phily Bowden.

David Weir is back for an amazing 26th consecutive time in the wheelchair race, while Eden Rainbow-Cooper is looking to improve on her third-place effort of 2022.

Celebrities Join the Marathon Craze

High-profile runners at the London Marathon 2025 include seven-time Olympic cycling champion Sir Jason Kenny, cricket heroes Sir Andrew Strauss and Sir Alastair Cook, comedian Romesh Ranganathan, and pop star Alexandra Burke.

Football legends Jack Wilshere, John Terry, and Leonardo Bonucci will also be joining the marathon, fundraising for various causes.

How to Watch the London Marathon 2025

Sunday will see coverage live on BBC One, BBC Two, BBC iPlayer, and the website and app for BBC Sport throughout the day. Tower Bridge camera feeds and specially arranged finish-camera feeds mean enthusiasts won't have to miss any action.