Chevron Houston Marathon

The Chevron Houston Marathon is scheduled for the weekend of **January 16–17, 2027** [5, 6]. If you are participating in the marathon or half marathon on Sunday, January 17, 2027, here is the information regarding transportation and logistics. ### **Public Transit to the Start Line** * **METRORail:** Houston’s METRORail is a highly recommended option for reaching the downtown area, where the race starts and finishes [4, 8]. The rail system connects various parts of the city, including the Museum District and the Texas Medical Center, to downtown [8]. * **Bus System:** METRO also operates an extensive bus network [8]. Because road closures are extensive during race weekend [3], public transit is often more reliable than driving into the downtown core. * **Planning:** It is recommended to check the [METRO Houston website](https://www.ridemetro.org/) closer to the date for specific race-day service adjustments or special schedules. ### **Road Closures** * The Houston Marathon involves significant road closures throughout the city [3]. Closures typically begin in the days leading up to the race (often starting the Thursday or Friday before) to accommodate the setup of the start and finish lines in downtown Houston [3]. * Expect major streets along the course—including areas in the Heights, Neartown, Hermann Park, Rice University, Uptown, and Allen Parkway—to be closed or restricted on race morning [3, 4]. * **Action:** Monitor the [official Chevron Houston Marathon