Running Speed Calculator

Running Speed Calculator

Calculate your running speed in km/h and mph from your running pace, plus estimated race finish times.

Pace Converter

Enter your pace

Convert min/km or min/mile into speed and race finish times.

Quick presets

min/km

5:00

min/mile

8:03

km/h

12.00

mph

7.46

View race finish times
RaceFinish
5K25:00
10K50:00
Half Marathon1:45:29
Marathon3:30:59

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How running speed is calculated

Running speed is usually expressed as kilometres per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). Speed can be calculated directly from running pace.

Faster paces produce higher running speeds. For example, a pace of 5:00 per kilometre equals 12 km/h.

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate running speed?

Running speed can be calculated from running pace by converting minutes per kilometre into kilometres per hour or miles per hour.

What is a good running speed?

A good running speed depends on fitness and experience level. Recreational runners commonly run between 8 and 14 km/h.

How fast is 5 min/km?

A pace of 5 minutes per kilometre equals approximately 12 km/h or 7.46 mph.