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Card No. 06·32289 · Updated · Standard formula, shown below

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 above works out your average pace and speed for a run or ride. You enter the total time it took (in minutes) and the total distance (in kilometers). The first result, average pace, is your time per kilometer, and the second result, average speed, is your overall speed in kilometers per hour.

The formulas are:

  • Pace (min/km) = Total time (minutes) ÷ Distance (km)
  • Speed (km/h) = Distance (km) ÷ (Total time (minutes) ÷ 60)

Where t is the total time in minutes and d is the distance in kilometers.

Worked Example

Using the default values from the calculator: you ran 10 km in 50 minutes.

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

So your average pace is 5 minutes per kilometer, and your average speed is 12 kilometers per hour.

When to Use This Calculator

Use this calculator when you want to compare your performance across different distances or when you are planning a training schedule. For example, if you know you want to run a 5K in under 30 minutes, you can enter 30 minutes and 5 km to see the required pace (6.00 min/km). It is also useful for tracking improvement: if your 10K time drops from 60 minutes to 55 minutes, your pace improves from 6.00 to 5.50 min/km.

How to Read the Results

The pace result is the most intuitive for runners: a lower number means faster. A pace of 4.5 min/km is faster than 5.5 min/km. The speed result is more common for cyclists or for people who think in miles per hour (you can convert by multiplying km/h by 0.621371). For most runners, pace is the standard metric, while speed is used for cycling or treadmill settings.

Common Mistakes

  • Mixing units: If you run in miles, convert to kilometers first (1 mile = 1.60934 km) or the pace will be wrong.
  • Using seconds: The calculator expects minutes. If your time is 50 minutes and 30 seconds, enter 50.5, not 50.30.
  • Rounding too early: Keep at least two decimal places in intermediate steps to avoid a slightly off final pace.

Limitations of the Formula

The formula assumes a constant speed. If you run intervals or have a hilly course, your actual pace will vary. It also does not account for rest stops or elevation gain, so treat the result as an average, not a precise split-by-split measurement. For a more detailed analysis, use a GPS watch or an app that records per-kilometer splits.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good pace for a beginner?

A common beginner pace for a 5K is around 7:00–8:00 per kilometer (11–13 min/mile). This varies widely with age and fitness, so focus on completing the distance comfortably rather than hitting a specific number.

How do I convert pace to speed?

Speed (km/h) = 60 ÷ pace (min/km). For example, a 5 min/km pace equals 60 ÷ 5 = 12 km/h. To convert to mph, multiply by 0.621371.

Can I use this for walking?

Yes, the formula works for any distance and time. A typical walking pace is 10–15 min/km, so you can enter your time and distance to see your average.

Why does the calculator show “Cannot compute�?

This happens if you enter a distance of 0 or a time of 0, because the formula divides by zero. Enter a positive distance and a positive time to get a result.

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

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