How it works
pace (min/mile) = time ÷ distance (miles)min/km = min/mile ÷ 1.609 · speed (mph) = distance ÷ (time ÷ 60)
- time
- your running time in minutes
- distance
- how far you ran, in miles
- min/km
- the same pace measured per kilometre
To project a race, multiply your pace by the race distance: a 9 min/mile pace over a 13.1-mile half marathon is about 1 hour 58, and over a 26.2-mile marathon about 3 hours 56. Most runners slow a little over longer distances.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good running pace?
A common recreational pace is 9 to 11 minutes per mile. Faster runners hold 7 to 8, beginners often 12 or more.
How do I convert min/mile to min/km?
Divide your minutes per mile by 1.609. A 9 min/mile pace is about 5.6 min/km.
What pace do I need for a sub-2-hour half marathon?
Around 9:09 per mile, or 5:41 per km, held across all 13.1 miles.
How long does a 10K take at 9 min/mile?
About 56 minutes, since a 10K is roughly 6.2 miles.
Is pace the same as speed?
They measure the same thing differently: pace is minutes per mile, speed is miles per hour. Divide 60 by one to get the other.