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Formula

The average pace is the total time divided by the distance:

pace (min/km) = t / d

where t is the finish time in minutes and d is the distance in kilometers. The average speed is the distance divided by the time in hours:

speed (km/h) = d / (t / 60)

because t is in minutes, so t/60 converts it to hours.

Worked Example

Using the default values (50 minutes for 10 km):

• Pace = 50 / 10 = 5.00 min/km
• Speed = 10 / (50/60) = 10 / 0.8333 = 12.00 km/h

The calculator shows an average pace of 5.00 min/km and an average speed of 12.00 km/h.

When to Use This Calculator

Use this tool when you have a finish time and a distance and want to know your average pace or speed. It is handy for runners, cyclists, or walkers who want to compare workouts or set goals. For example, if you run 5 km in 30 minutes, your pace is 6 min/km and your speed is 10 km/h. If you run a marathon (42.195 km) in 3 hours 30 minutes (210 minutes), your pace is 210 / 42.195 = 4.98 min/km, which is about 5:00 per kilometer.

How to Read the Result

The pace tells you how many minutes (and decimal parts) it takes to cover one kilometer. A lower pace means faster. The speed tells you how many kilometers you cover in one hour. These are two ways of expressing the same performance. Note that pace is usually given in min/km in most of the world, but in min/mile in the US. If you use miles, convert the distance to kilometers first (1 mile = 1.60934 km) or use a separate calculator.

Common Mistakes

• Mixing units: Using miles with kilometers. Always convert to the same unit system.
• Forgetting to convert minutes: If you enter time in hours and minutes, convert to minutes first (e.g., 1:30 = 90 minutes).
• Rounding too early: Rounding the pace before computing speed can cause a small error. Do the full calculation, then round.

Limitations of the Formula

This formula gives an average pace and speed. It does not account for elevation changes, stops, or variations in effort. It assumes a constant speed over the entire distance, which is rarely true in real life. For interval training or hilly routes, the average may not reflect the actual difficulty.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Multiply the pace in min/km by 1.60934 to get min/mile. For example, 5 min/km is about 8:03 per mile. Conversely, divide min/mile by 1.60934 to get min/km.

What is a good running pace?

It depends on age, fitness, and gender. A recreational runner might do 6-7 min/km, while a competitive runner might do 4-5 min/km. Use this calculator to see your current pace and track improvements over time.

Can I use this for walking?

Yes, the formula works for any activity where you move a distance in a time. Walking pace is often around 10-12 min/km, but it varies.

Why does the speed result have two decimals?

The calculator rounds to two decimals for readability. You can change the decimals in the output field if you need more precision.

What if I run on a treadmill?

Treadmills usually show speed in km/h or mph. You can convert speed to pace using the inverse formula: pace = 60 / speed (in km/h). For example, 10 km/h is 6 min/km.

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