{"id":14745,"date":"2024-09-02T15:16:50","date_gmt":"2024-09-02T15:16:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/?p=14745"},"modified":"2026-03-05T18:31:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T18:31:20","slug":"tarkov-marathon-mode-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-marathon-mode-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Escape from Tarkov Marathon Mode Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The new wipe. New challenges. New places. Same game. What are we talking about? It&#8217;s the Marathon event in Escape from Tarkov! This guide will help you with everything you need to know about this tough event. Today, in our EFT Marathon event guide, you&#8217;ll learn:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What the Marathon event is.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to survive the Marathon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to move from map to map.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What rewards you can get.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And other tips to help you finish the Marathon With our Escape from Tarkov Marathon Mode guide!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-partisan-boss-guide\/\">Tarkov Partisan Boss Guide<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-marathon-mode-guide\/\">Escape from Tarkov Marathon Mode Guide<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-sightseeing-quest-guide\/\">Tarkov Sightseeing Quest Guide<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-beneath-the-streets-quest-guide\/\">Beneath the Streets Quest Guide<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-special-communications-quest-guide\/\">Special Communications Quest Guide<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-secrets-of-the-factory-quest-guide\/\">Secrets of the Factory Quest Guide<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/tarkov-backdoor-quest-quest-guide\/\">Backdoor Quest Guide<\/a><\/td><td><\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog-info flex\">\n    <div class=\"flex\" style=\"flex-basis: calc(100% - 130px);flex-direction: column;justify-content: space-between\">\n        <h3 class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IMPORTANT-NOTE\" style=\"color: Orange;padding: var(--ec-spacing-1x);margin: 0\">\n            IMPORTANT NOTE:\n        <\/h3>\n        <p style=\"padding: 1rem;margin: 0;font-weight: bold\">\n            Dive deeper into the article to find a special <span style=\"color: green\">PROMOCODE<\/span> for a Discount to CUT ON ALL YOUR BOOSTS.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/promocode1_result-1.webp\" alt=\"Epiccarry - Special Promo code block Discount\" style=\"max-width: 130px;margin: auto\" title=\"Epiccarry\">\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EFT marathon \u2014 overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1792\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tarkov-Marathon-transit-locations.webp\" alt=\"Tarkov Marathon event struggles and funny moments\" class=\"wp-image-14750\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tarkov-Marathon-transit-locations.webp 1792w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tarkov-Marathon-transit-locations-770x440.webp 770w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tarkov-Marathon-transit-locations-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Tarkov-Marathon-transit-locations-1536x878.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1792px) 100vw, 1792px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Marathon is a special game mode in Escape from Tarkov where players must travel through multiple maps without dying, starting at Ground Zero and ending at Shoreline. It\u2019s a tough challenge, but if you complete it, you\u2019ll earn big rewards like experience points, money, and special items. This event is all about surviving and using transit locations to move from one map to the next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Game Mode<\/strong><\/td><td>Marathon mode requires you to transit through several maps in a specific order.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Transit Locations<\/strong><\/td><td>Use transit points on each map to move to the next map\u2014available 7 minutes after raid start.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Maps<\/strong><\/td><td>Includes Ground Zero, Streets of Tarkov, Interchange, Customs, Factory, Woods, Reserve, Lighthouse, and Shoreline.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Objective<\/strong><\/td><td>Survive and extract from Shoreline after completing all transits\u2014this is the final goal.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Quests<\/strong><\/td><td>Each trader gives you quests tied to map transitions\u2014these must be completed to progress.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rewards<\/strong><\/td><td>Includes 100,000 EXP, money, and special items like a THICC Weapon case.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>PvP and PvE<\/strong><\/td><td>Both player and environment challenges\u2014watch out for other players and AI.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Challenges<\/strong><\/td><td>The event involves avoiding hot zones, surviving intense firefights, and managing resources like food and water.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Final Stretch<\/strong><\/td><td>The last transit from Reserve to Lighthouse and then to Shoreline is the most challenging part.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/escape-from-tarkov\/boost\/ultimate-pack\/\" class=\"blog-info\">\n    <div class=\"blog-info-svg\">\n        \n            \n            \n        \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blog-info-text\">\n        <p class=\"main-text\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Buy Escape From Tarkov Ultimate Pack<\/strong><\/p>\n        <p class=\"subtext\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Prown the Tarkov!<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blog-info-media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"130\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/EFT-ultimate-Bundle-Pack.webp\" alt=\"Escape from tarkov Ultimate bundle\" title=\"Epiccarry\">\n    <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EFT marathon \u2014 Quest giver<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1792\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-strategies-for-Tarkov-Marathon-event.webp\" alt=\"Escape from Tarkov Marathon event map transitions\" class=\"wp-image-14749\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-strategies-for-Tarkov-Marathon-event.webp 1792w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-strategies-for-Tarkov-Marathon-event-770x440.webp 770w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-strategies-for-Tarkov-Marathon-event-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-strategies-for-Tarkov-Marathon-event-1536x878.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1792px) 100vw, 1792px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The quest giver for the Marathon event in Tarkov is <em>Fence<\/em>. He\u2019s the guy who sets up the whole challenge. Basically, Fence needs you to lead the way through some dangerous transit locations, like Streets of Tarkov and Labs, to move his goods safely across the city. You\u2019ll be watching out for threats, completing tasks, and surviving as you go from one map to the next. Fence has set this up to make sure his operations stay under control, and in return, he offers some massive rewards for players who can complete the passage without dying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/escape-from-tarkov\/boost\/veteran-pack\/\" class=\"blog-info\">\n    <div class=\"blog-info-svg\">\n        \n            \n            \n        \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blog-info-text\">\n        <p class=\"main-text\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Buy Escape From Tarkov Veteran Pack<\/strong><\/p>\n        <p class=\"subtext\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Just Survive!<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blog-info-media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"130\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/EFT-Veteran-Bundle-pack.webp\" alt=\"Escape from tarkov Veteran bundle\" title=\"Epiccarry\">\n    <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EFT Marathon \u2014 Transitions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1792\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-to-survive-the-Tarkov-Marathon-mode.webp\" alt=\"Fence quests in Tarkov Marathon\" class=\"wp-image-14748\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-to-survive-the-Tarkov-Marathon-mode.webp 1792w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-to-survive-the-Tarkov-Marathon-mode-770x440.webp 770w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-to-survive-the-Tarkov-Marathon-mode-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/How-to-survive-the-Tarkov-Marathon-mode-1536x878.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1792px) 100vw, 1792px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the Marathon event, the key is to move from one map to another without dying. You start at Ground Zero and use specific transit locations to make your way through different maps like Streets of Tarkov, Interchange, Customs, and more. The goal is to survive each transition and reach Shoreline to complete the event. These transitions are tricky, and you\u2019ll need to plan your moves carefully, bring the right gear, and stay alert to avoid getting killed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Starting Point<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Transit Location<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Next Map<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Key Notes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ground Zero<\/strong><\/td><td>Near Mira Ave extraction<\/td><td>Streets of Tarkov<\/td><td>Start here, watch for enemy groups as you move towards the transit point.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Streets of Tarkov<\/strong><\/td><td>Southwest of Concordia Apartments<\/td><td>Interchange<\/td><td>Move quickly; this area is hot and filled with other players.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Interchange<\/strong><\/td><td>Southern end of the highway<\/td><td>Customs<\/td><td>Stick to cover, avoid open areas, and reach the transit safely.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Customs<\/strong><\/td><td>Next to Old Gas Station extraction<\/td><td>Factory<\/td><td>Navigate carefully, shooting when needed, and avoid heavy firefights.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Factory<\/strong><\/td><td>Courtyard Gate extraction<\/td><td>Woods<\/td><td>This area is compact; plan your moves and be ready for close-quarter combat.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Woods<\/strong><\/td><td>RUAF Gate extraction<\/td><td>Reserve<\/td><td>Stay alert, as visibility is low and enemies could be anywhere.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reserve<\/strong><\/td><td>Map border southwest of the train yard<\/td><td>Lighthouse<\/td><td>Avoid snipers and find cover as you make your way to the transit point.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Lighthouse<\/strong><\/td><td>Path to Shoreline extraction<\/td><td>Shoreline<\/td><td>This is the final stretch; make sure you\u2019re well-prepared before moving on.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Shoreline<\/strong><\/td><td>N\/A<\/td><td>Final Extraction<\/td><td>Survive the raid on Shoreline and extract to complete the Marathon event.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/escape-from-tarkov\/boost\/starter-pack\/\" class=\"blog-info\">\n    <div class=\"blog-info-svg\">\n        \n            \n            \n        \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blog-info-text\">\n        <p class=\"main-text\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Buy Escape From Tarkov Starter Pack<\/strong><\/p>\n        <p class=\"subtext\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Prepare for the Epic Battle!<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blog-info-media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"130\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/EFT-Starter-bundle-pack.webp\" alt=\"Escape from tarkov Starting bundle\" title=\"Epiccarry\">\n    <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EFT Marathon \u2014 rewards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Escape-from-Tarkov-Marathon-event-guide.webp\" alt=\"Tarkov Marathon event survival tips\" class=\"wp-image-14747\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Escape-from-Tarkov-Marathon-event-guide.webp 1024w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Escape-from-Tarkov-Marathon-event-guide-440x440.webp 440w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Escape-from-Tarkov-Marathon-event-guide-180x180.webp 180w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Escape-from-Tarkov-Marathon-event-guide-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Escape-from-Tarkov-Marathon-event-guide-500x500.webp 500w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Escape-from-Tarkov-Marathon-event-guide-120x120.webp 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The rewards for completing the Marathon event in Escape from Tarkov are pretty sweet! If you manage to survive all the transitions and extract from Shoreline, you\u2019ll earn a lot of experience, Roubles, and even a THICC weapon case. These rewards make all the tough fights and risky moves totally worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Reward<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Experience<\/strong><strong> for Tarkov Players<\/strong><\/td><td>+100,000 EXP<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fence Reputation<\/strong><\/td><td>+0.05 Fence Rep<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Roubles<\/strong><\/td><td>400,000 Roubles (up to 460,000 with Intelligence Center upgrades)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weapon Case<\/strong><\/td><td>1\u00d7 T H I C C Weapon case<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonus<\/strong><\/td><td>You\u2019ll also have new routes validate and ready to use in future raids across different maps.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/escape-from-tarkov\/boost\/leveling\/\" class=\"blog-info\">\n    <div class=\"blog-info-svg\">\n        \n            \n            \n        \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blog-info-text\">\n        <p class=\"main-text\" style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Buy Escape From Tarkov Leveling<\/strong><\/p>\n        <p class=\"subtext\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Become the Best In the Tarkov!<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blog-info-media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"130\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/EFT-leveling.webp\" alt=\"Escape from tarkov leveling\" title=\"Epiccarry\">\n    <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EFT marathon \u2014 conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1792\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-gear-for-Tarkov-Marathon-event.webp\" alt=\"What is the Marathon event in Tarkov\" class=\"wp-image-14746\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-gear-for-Tarkov-Marathon-event.webp 1792w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-gear-for-Tarkov-Marathon-event-770x440.webp 770w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-gear-for-Tarkov-Marathon-event-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Best-gear-for-Tarkov-Marathon-event-1536x878.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1792px) 100vw, 1792px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Marathon event in Escape from Tarkov is one of the most challenging and rewarding game modes you\u2019ll find. The objective is simple: survive as you transit through multiple maps, starting from Ground Zero and ending at Shoreline. But the reality is far from easy. You\u2019ll need to carefully plan each move, bring the right gear, and stay focused to avoid getting killed along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Players have heard of the dangers, and those who\u2019ve played know how tough it can be. Whether you\u2019re dodging bullets in hot zones or navigating tricky terrain, this event tests everything you\u2019ve got. But for those who succeed, the rewards are truly worth it\u2014big experience points, loads of Roubles, and even a THICC weapon case to store all the goodies you\u2019ve found.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This event is not just about playing the game; it\u2019s about mastering it. You\u2019ll validate your skills, learn new strategies, and maybe even pick up a few things that help you in future raids. The Marathon isn\u2019t for the faint-hearted, but if you make it through, you\u2019ll come out as a true Tarkov survivor.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The new wipe. New challenges. New places. Same game. What are we talking about? It&#8217;s the Marathon event in Escape from Tarkov! This guide will help you with everything you need to know about this tough event. 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