Fitness
Running Pace Calculator
Calculate your running pace per mile from your total distance and finish time.
Pace (min/mile)
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How It Works
Pace = Total Time (minutes) Γ· Distance (miles). Convert hours to minutes first. A pace of 9.0 means 9 minutes per mile. Multiply by 0.621 to convert pace to km.
Example
5 miles in 42:30 β Total = 42.5 minutes β Pace = 42.5 Γ· 5 = 8.5 min/mile (8:30 pace).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good running pace?
Average recreational runner: 10β12 min/mile. Fit runner: 8β10 min/mile. Competitive age grouper: 6β8 min/mile. Elite marathoner: under 5 min/mile.
How do I calculate my finish time?
Finish Time = Pace Γ Distance. A 9 min/mile pace for a half marathon (13.1 miles) = 9 Γ 13.1 = 117.9 minutes = 1:57:54.
What is negative splitting?
Running the second half of a race faster than the first. It is the most efficient pacing strategy and results in better finish times for most runners.