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Average pace 5.00 min/km
Average speed
12.00 km/h
Result
Finish time
50 min
You entered
Distance
10 km
You entered
You enter
Finish time, Distance
You get
Average pace, Average speed
Rounding
2 dp

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Formula

The calculator works out your average pace and speed for a run or ride. Pace is the time it takes to cover one kilometer, and speed is the distance covered in one hour. The formulas are:

  • Pace = Finish time (minutes) ÷ Distance (km)
  • Speed = Distance (km) ÷ (Finish time (minutes) ÷ 60)

Where finish time is in minutes, distance is in kilometers, pace is in minutes per kilometer, and speed is in kilometers per hour.

Worked Example

Using the default values: you finish a 10 km run in 50 minutes.

  1. Pace = 50 ÷ 10 = 5.00 min/km
  2. Speed = 10 ÷ (50 ÷ 60) = 10 ÷ 0.8333 = 12.00 km/h

The calculator returns a pace of 5.00 min/km and a speed of 12.00 km/h.

How to Read the Result

A lower pace number means you are faster (fewer minutes per kilometer). A higher speed number also means you are faster. These two metrics are reciprocals: if your pace drops from 6 min/km to 5 min/km, your speed rises from 10 km/h to 12 km/h. Use pace for training intervals and race planning; use speed for treadmill settings or comparing with cycling.

When to Use This Calculator

Use it before a race to check if your target time is realistic, after a run to record your average, or when setting a treadmill speed. It works for any distance and time, whether you run 5 km in 30 minutes or walk 3 km in 40 minutes. The calculator assumes a constant pace; real runs have hills and stops, so the result is an average, not a description of every split.

Common Mistakes

  • Mixing units: If you enter distance in miles, the pace comes out in minutes per mile, but the label says min/km. Convert miles to kilometers (1 mile = 1.60934 km) before entering.
  • Using seconds: The time field expects minutes. 1 hour 30 minutes must be entered as 90, not 1.30.
  • Rounding too early: Keep at least two decimals during the calculation, then round the final answer as the calculator does.

Limits of the Formula

The pace formula is simple arithmetic and works for any positive distance and time. It does not account for elevation gain, temperature, or fatigue. For a hilly course, your actual pace will vary. For very short distances (like 100 m), pace in min/km is still valid but less intuitive; you may prefer speed in km/h. The calculator rejects a zero or negative distance or time because those have no physical meaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert my pace from min/km to min/mile?

Multiply the pace in min/km by 1.60934. For example, 5 min/km becomes 8.05 min/mile. To convert the other way, divide by 1.60934.

What is a good running pace for a beginner?

A comfortable conversational pace is often around 6:30 to 8:00 min/km (10.4 to 9.2 km/h). This varies widely with age, fitness, and terrain. Use the calculator to find your current average, then aim to improve gradually.

Can I use this for walking or cycling?

Yes, the math is the same. For cycling, speed is usually more meaningful than pace, but the calculator gives both. Enter your total time and distance for any activity.

Why does the calculator show pace in minutes per kilometer when I run in miles?

The calculator is set to metric units. If you run in miles, convert your distance to kilometers first (1 mile = 1.60934 km) and the result will be in min/km. Alternatively, you can convert the final pace to min/mile using the factor above.

How accurate is the average pace if I stop for a traffic light?

The calculator uses total elapsed time, so stops are included. That gives you the average pace for the entire outing, which is what most runners want. If you want only moving pace, use a watch with auto-pause and enter that time instead.

Related

Formula used
in t | Finish time | min | 50 | 0
in d | Distance | km | 10 | 0 | 100000
out pace | Average pace | min/km | t / d | 2
out speed | Average speed | km/h | d / (t / 60) | 2

Each line is one input (in, sel, list) or one result (out: label, unit, formula, decimals). How the calculators work

Method: the standard formula for this calculation, rounded as each result states. See how the calculators work or report an error.

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