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Running pace calculator

With two of the three figures (distance, time and pace) you get the third. Use it to plan a race or check a training run.

The 5K, 10K, half marathon and marathon distances are built in.

How it's calculated

Pace = time ÷ distance, in minutes and seconds per mile.
Time = pace × distance.
Distance = time ÷ pace. Average speed is the distance divided by the hours.

An example

3 miles in 27 minutes is a pace of 9:00 per mile, at 6.67 mph.

A half marathon (13.11 mi) at 9:00 per mile finishes in 1:57:59.

Frequently asked questions

How do I work out my pace per mile?

Turn the time into minutes and divide by the miles. 3 miles in 28 minutes and 30 seconds is 9.5 minutes per mile, or 9:30.

What is a good pace for a beginner?

One that still lets you talk while you run. That pace drops as your fitness builds.

How long is a marathon?

42.195 km (26.2 miles). A half marathon is half that.

Key terms

Pace: How long it takes to cover one kilometre or one mile.
Average speed: The distance covered per hour.

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