Compiled and fact-checked by Tommo, Verus founder · Last verified August 2026 · Spot an error?
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Coastal Classic 30km 2026
- Race day
- Saturday, 5 September 2026
- Location
- Start: Otford Primary School, Otford; Finish: Bundeena, Australia
- Distance
- 18.64 mi / 30.0 km
Coastal Classic 30km: 5 September 2026, 18.64 miles, from Start: Otford Primary School, Otford; Finish: Bundeena. Route, distance and where to check results.
Coastal Classic 30km Race Timeline
5 days since race day
Coastal Classic 30km runs most years, but the next date hasn't been announced. Ask to be notified above and we'll email you the day it is.
Coastal Classic 30km: quick answers
When is the next Coastal Classic 30km?
The next date hasn't been published by the organiser yet. The most recent Coastal Classic 30km was Saturday, 5 September 2026, and the race has usually run around the same point in the year.
Where does Coastal Classic 30km start?
Coastal Classic 30km starts at Start: Otford Primary School, Otford; Finish: Bundeena. The organiser hasn't published a finish location.
How many miles is Coastal Classic 30km?
Coastal Classic 30km is 18.64 miles (30km).
Key Race Metrics & Overview
- Date
- Saturday, 5 September 2026
- Distance
- 18.64 miles / 30.0km
- Location
- Start: Otford Primary School, Otford; Finish: Bundeena, Australia
- Start Point
- Start: Otford Primary School, Otford; Finish: Bundeena
- Surface
- Trail
Not published by the organiser at the time of writing: finish point, start time, cut-off time, age requirement, tracking app. Verus records these as unconfirmed rather than estimating them — check the official race website closer to race day.
Direct Entry Summary
Not published for this event — check the official race website.
Ballot Policy
No ballot — entry is direct through Max Adventure.
Coastal Classic 30km Race Day Weather
A real forecast appears here once one exists for race day — usually about a week to ten days out. Nothing is shown until then, because a made-up forecast is worse than none.
Coastal Classic 30km Route Map & Elevation Profile
Starting at Start: Otford Primary School, Otford; Finish: Bundeena. The organiser hasn't published a finish location. Total elevation gain is not published for this event, and Verus does not estimate one.
Is Coastal Classic 30km flat?
No official elevation figure is published for this course, so Verus doesn't state one. The organiser describes the going as: trail.
Coastal Classic 30km Course Profile
Elevation change not published for this event.
Tap a point on the course for details.
Start: Otford Primary School, Otford; Finish: Bundeena
Start line.
Where Coastal Classic 30km starts and finishes
Coastal Classic 30km starts at Start: Otford Primary School, Otford; Finish: Bundeena. We haven't been able to place those on a map accurately enough to show one — a pin in the wrong place is worse than no pin.
These are the start and finish points, not the route. Verus doesn't hold course files for this race, and drawing a line between two pins would be a guess you might end up training on.
Full Coastal Classic 30km Route Breakdown
The Coastal Classic 30km trail run takes runners from Otford Primary School to Bundeena, winding through the breathtaking Royal National Park. The route offers a mix of coastal trails, forest paths, and open vistas, with challenging climbs and rewarding descents. Runners will enjoy panoramic ocean views, lush greenery, and the unique beauty of the Sydney Harbour region. The course is well-marked and suitable for experienced trail runners seeking a scenic and demanding challenge.
Coastal Classic 30km Pace Calculator & Splits
Coastal Classic 30km Pace Calculator
Enter a target finish time to see your pace and projected splits.
Average pace / mile
12:53
Average pace / km
8:00
Coastal Classic 30km Pace Chart
Split markers calculated for standard checkpoints — no official pacers are confirmed for this event.
| Target | Pace /mi | Pace /km | 5K | 10K | Half Marathon | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 | 9:39 | 6:00 | 30:00 | 1:00:00 | 2:06:36 | 3:00:00 |
| 3:15 | 10:28 | 6:30 | 32:30 | 1:05:00 | 2:17:09 | 3:15:00 |
| 3:30 | 11:16 | 7:00 | 35:00 | 1:10:00 | 2:27:42 | 3:30:00 |
| 3:45 | 12:04 | 7:30 | 37:30 | 1:15:00 | 2:38:14 | 3:45:00 |
| 4:00 | 12:53 | 8:00 | 40:00 | 1:20:00 | 2:48:47 | 4:00:00 |
| 4:15 | 13:41 | 8:30 | 42:30 | 1:25:00 | 2:59:20 | 4:15:00 |
| 4:30 | 14:29 | 9:00 | 45:00 | 1:30:00 | 3:09:53 | 4:30:00 |
| 4:45 | 15:17 | 9:30 | 47:30 | 1:35:00 | 3:20:26 | 4:45:00 |
| 5:00 | 16:06 | 10:00 | 50:00 | 1:40:00 | 3:30:59 | 5:00:00 |
| 5:30 | 17:42 | 11:00 | 55:00 | 1:50:00 | 3:52:05 | 5:30:00 |
| 6:00 | 19:19 | 12:00 | 1:00:00 | 2:00:00 | 4:13:11 | 6:00:00 |
| 6:30 | 20:55 | 13:00 | 1:05:00 | 2:10:00 | 4:34:17 | 6:30:00 |
| 7:00 | 22:32 | 14:00 | 1:10:00 | 2:20:01 | 4:55:23 | 7:00:00 |
Coastal Classic 30km Finish Time Estimator
Enter a recent 5K, 10K or Half Marathon time to estimate your Coastal Classic 30km finish time.
Your 5K time
Estimated Coastal Classic 30km finish
2:47:01
An estimate only, based on Pete Riegel's race-time prediction formula. Real marathon performance depends on endurance, training specificity, pacing and race-day conditions — not just your speed over a shorter distance.
Training for a different distance? Try the full pace calculator, race time predictor or pace chart.
Got your target time? Save it to your profile.
Tag Coastal Classic 30km, set your goal pace, and let Verus track your countdown, training and fundraising in one place.
Start Your Verus JourneyCoastal Classic 30km Race Day Checklist
Tap items to mark off your race-day readiness.
- Race number attached, and any timing chip fitted per your race pack instructions
- Weather-appropriate kit, plus something warm and disposable to discard before the start
- A plan for reaching Start: Otford Primary School, Otford; Finish: Bundeena
- A meeting point agreed with family and friends for after the race
Training Strategy for Coastal Classic 30km
6-10 weeks is a solid window for a 18.64-mile race. Combine a weekly long run with threshold work so you can hold pace over the full distance.
This is a largely flat course, so most of your long runs can mirror that — flat and steady, building time on feet rather than hill strength.
Ease off mileage in the final week, keeping a couple of short, sharp race-pace efforts to stay fresh. Arrive at Start: Otford Primary School, Otford; Finish: Bundeena fresh, energized, and primed — not fit, fresh.
Lock in your target pace using the interactive splits calculator below — no official pacers are confirmed for this event, so a pace band on your watch is the more reliable option.
Test your race-day fuel and hydration plan on your long training runs, not for the first time on race day — check the Race Day Checklist below for what's actually on this course.
18.64-Mile Nutrition & Fueling Plan
A normal diet is fine. There is no need to carb-load for a race of this length.
Eat a carbohydrate-focused breakfast two to three hours before the start, and stick to something you've already tested in training rather than trying anything new.
Fluid at the on-course stations is usually enough; some runners take a single gel around the hour mark.
A mix of carbohydrate and protein in the hour or so after finishing supports recovery.
Coastal Classic 30km Charity Places 2026
No formal charity-place scheme published — runners commonly fundraise for a charity of their own choosing.
Lead with your personal story — explain why the charity matters to you. Personal connection generates 3x more support than a generic link broadcast.
Share key training milestones on Instagram (first 10-miler, peak week, race week) with your fundraising link in bio. Publicly thanking donors prompts secondary gifts!
Running Coastal Classic 30km for charity?
Link your JustGiving page to Verus and show up right here alongside other Coastal Classic 30km fundraisers — goal, progress and story, all in one place.
Add Your Fundraiser to VerusTravel & Logistics
No road closures — the Coastal Classic 30km is run off-road (Trail), so local traffic is unaffected.
Coastal Classic 30km Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know for race weekend.
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Race details independently compiled and fact-checked by Tommo against the official Coastal Classic 30km site , last verified August 2026. Always confirm official timings and policies directly prior to race day.