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Formula

The calculator above works out your average pace and speed for a run, ride, or walk. The formula for pace is:

Pace (min/km) = Finish time (min) ÷ Distance (km)

And for speed:

Speed (km/h) = Distance (km) ÷ (Finish time (min) ÷ 60)

Where finish time is in minutes, distance is in kilometers, pace is in minutes per kilometer, and speed is in kilometers per hour. If you prefer miles, convert distance to kilometers first (1 mile = 1.60934 km) or use the pace result and multiply by 0.621371 to get min/mile.

Worked Example

Using the default values: finish time = 50 minutes, distance = 10 km.

Pace = 50 ÷ 10 = 5.00 min/km

Speed = 10 ÷ (50/60) = 10 ÷ 0.8333 = 12.00 km/h

So with a 50-minute 10K, your average pace is 5:00 per kilometer and your average speed is 12 km/h.

Why Track Pace and Speed?

Knowing your pace helps you plan training, set realistic race targets, and monitor improvement. Speed is useful for comparing efforts across different distances and for cycling or driving where pace in min/km is less intuitive. Both metrics answer the same question—how fast are you moving—but pace is more common among runners because it relates directly to effort per kilometer, while speed is used by cyclists and drivers.

How to Read the Results

The pace output is in minutes per kilometer, shown as a decimal. For example, 5.50 means 5 minutes and 30 seconds per kilometer (0.50 minutes × 60 seconds). Speed is in kilometers per hour; 12.00 km/h is a brisk running pace for many recreational runners. If you train on a treadmill that shows speed in mph, multiply km/h by 0.621371 to convert.

Common Mistakes

• Mixing units: Entering time in hours instead of minutes, or distance in miles without converting, gives wrong results. Always convert to minutes and kilometers first.
• Rounding too early: If you round the pace to 5.0 and then compute speed from that rounded value, you get a slightly different number. Use the raw inputs for calculations.
• Ignoring elevation: This calculator gives flat-ground pace. Hill climbs make your pace slower for the same effort, so don’t be discouraged if your trail pace is higher than road pace.

Limitations of This Formula

This is a simple average calculation. It doesn’t account for stops, changes in terrain, or wind resistance. For interval training, you’d want to track each segment separately. For very short distances (like a 100m sprint), pace in min/km is less meaningful—use seconds per 100m instead. The formula also assumes constant speed, which is rarely true in real workouts.

When to Use This Calculator

Use it before a race to set a target pace based on your goal time, or after a workout to see your average. It’s also handy for planning a route: if you know your comfortable pace, multiply by distance to estimate finish time. For example, a 5K at 6:00 min/km takes 30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good running pace for a beginner?

A common beginner pace is around 6:30 to 8:00 min/km (roughly 7.5 to 9.2 km/h). It varies widely with age, fitness, and gender. Focus on effort rather than a specific number—you should be able to hold a conversation while running.

How do I convert min/km to min/mile?

Multiply the pace in min/km by 1.60934. For example, 5:00 min/km becomes 8:03 min/mile. Or use the speed output: divide 60 by speed in mph to get min/mile.

Why does my GPS watch show a different pace?

GPS watches calculate pace based on real-time movement, which includes stops and GPS errors. This calculator gives an average over the entire time and distance, so it’s more accurate for overall pace but less precise for instantaneous pace.

Can I use this for walking?

Yes. Walking pace is typically 10-15 min/km (4-6 km/h). Enter your walking time and distance to get your average pace.

How do I set a target pace for a marathon?

Decide on a goal finish time (e.g., 4 hours = 240 minutes), divide by distance (42.195 km) to get pace in min/km. Then use that pace to guide your training runs. Remember to factor in fatigue—most runners slow down in the last 10K.

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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