Pace Calculator
Calculate your running (or walking) pace per mile and per kilometer from a distance and finish time.
Total time
Pace per mile
10:00 /mi
Pace per km
6:13 /km
What Your Result Means
Pace is how long it takes to cover one mile or kilometer, shown as minutes:seconds. It's the standard way runners talk about speed, and knowing yours helps you plan race splits or track training progress.
How It Is Calculated
Pace = total time / distance
Worked Example
Running 5 miles in 50 minutes works out to a 10:00/mile pace, or about 6 mph.
Important Assumptions
- Assumes an even pace throughout the distance - it doesn't account for splits that speed up or slow down.
- 1 mile is treated as 1.60934 kilometers.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What's a good running pace for beginners?
- Most beginner runners average somewhere between 10:00 and 14:00 per mile. Pace varies enormously by fitness level, terrain, and goals - the most useful comparison is against your own past times.
- How do I use this to plan a race?
- Enter your goal finish time and the race distance to see the pace per mile or km you'll need to hold to hit that time.
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Methodology
This calculator divides total time by distance to get pace, then converts between mile and kilometer units. See our methodology page for details.
This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only. It does not provide medical diagnosis and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider about your health.