Ultra X Scotland

Inverness, United Kingdom • 2-3 May 2026

Ultra X Scotland : event overview

Ultra X Scotland is a multi-day ultramarathon in the Scottish Highlands, held in Inverness on 2-3 May 2026. The event organiser lists capacity at around 1,300 runners and walkers. The format includes single-day and two-day options across a range of trail distances.

Distances and logistics

  • 110 km single-stage
  • 110 km two-stage
  • 60 km
  • 50 km
  • 25 km
  • 12 km

The single and two-stage 110 km and the 60 km start at Queens Park Stadium, Inverness. The 50 km starts in Fort Augustus, the 25 km in Foyers and the 12 km in Whitefield. Under-23 competitors can enter for free across all distances. Multi-stage 110 km entries include camping; 60 km and 50 km entrants can buy a camp pass. Transfers from the finish in Dores to Inverness can be purchased.

Support, kit and cut-offs

Courses are fully marked and medical and ground support are provided throughout the event. Aid stations are located at approximately every 10 km and offer water and snacks; hot water is available for food preparation at camp. Entrants receive a detailed race pack by email one month before the event. The organiser states relaxed cut-offs, averaging about 2 hours 30 minutes to complete each 10 km section. Entry prices are listed from £98 to £395 and interest-free instalment plans are available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 20K UTMB 50K UTMB 100K
110 km
110km Single Stage
110 km
110km Over Two Stages (saturday & Sunday)
60 km
60km (saturday)
50 km
50km (sunday)
25 km
25km (sunday)
12 km
12km (sunday)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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