Athletics at the 1974 British Commonwealth Games – Men's marathon

The men's marathon event at the 1974 Commonwealth Games was held on 31 January 1974 in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Course
The marathon course ran from the start line at Queen Elizabeth II Park in North New Brighton, passing through the central city and Hagley Park, to Christchurch Airport. Athletes then turned around and followed the same route back to the finish line at Queen Elizabeth II Park.