Toronto Marathon 2025: Road Closures, Start Times, Transit & Everything You Need to Know

The Toronto Marathon 2025 is hitting the streets this Sunday, May 4, bringing thousands of runners and spectators out to celebrate one of the city’s most beloved spring events. Whether you’re racing, cheering, or just trying to navigate the city, here’s your complete guide to the marathon’s key details, including start times, road closures, transportation, and the causes you’ll be supporting.

Race Start Times & Locations

Race locations and times depend on the event you’re registered for:

• Full Marathon:
  7:30 a.m. start at Yonge Street & Sheppard Avenue
  
• Half-Marathon:
  8:30 a.m. start at Yonge Street & Sheppard Avenue
  
• 10K Run:
  7:30 a.m. at the Queen Elizabeth Building (180 Princes’ Blvd., Exhibition Place)
  
• 5K Run/Walk:
  7:50 a.m., same location as the 10K
  

Tip: Arrive at least 45 minutes before your scheduled start.

Transportation Tips for Runners

Public transit may not get you there in time—TTC subway service starts at 8 a.m. on Sundays—so plan ahead:

• Shuttle Buses (for Marathon & Half-Marathon participants):
  Available 5:30 a.m. to 6:40 a.m.
  
  • Hilton and Sheraton Centre (123 Queen St. W.)
    
  • Exhibition Place (Hotel X, 111 Princes’ Blvd.)
    
• Show your race bib (with shuttle ticket) to board.
  
• Other transport options:
  Private vehicle, Uber, Lyft, or taxi. Paid parking is available near all start points.
  

Major Road Closures to Expect

Traffic will be heavily impacted in key areas. Here are some of the notable closures on Sunday:

• Yonge Street (multiple sections):
  From Churchill Ave to York Mills Rd — between 5:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
  
• Bay Street (Wellington to Lakeshore):
  8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  
• Lakeshore Blvd (Bay to Ontario Dr/Humber):
  6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
  
• Strachan Avenue (Fleet to Lakeshore):
  7 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  

For the full list of closures, visit TorontoMarathon.com.

Charities the Marathon Supports

This year’s race supports a range of incredible organizations, including:

• Canadian Cancer Society
  
• SickKids Foundation
  
• The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation
  
• Sunnybrook Foundation
  
• Diabetes Canada
  
• Habitat for Humanity
  
• Sinai Health Foundation
  
• North York General Foundation
  …and more.
  

Running the Toronto Marathon is not just about personal achievement — it’s also about giving back.

Whether you’re hitting the pavement or planning your commute, make sure you’re ready for Toronto’s biggest spring running event.

Are you running this year’s Toronto Marathon or supporting someone who is? Let us know how you’re preparing in the comments.

More…

• https://www.toronto.com/things-to-do/toronto-marathon-may4/article_aef0d74e-b9f2-5727-a44f-7119238e7113.html
• https://www.blogto.com/city/2025/05/toronto-marathon-route-road-closures-2025
• https://www.tps.ca/media-centre/news-releases/62636