Running Speed Calculator

Speed in km/h, mph and m/s with a fitness gauge. Free, private and instant.

How to use the Running Speed

  1. Pick metric (cm, kg) or imperial (ft, in, lb) units.
  2. Enter distance.
  3. Enter time taken in hours, minutes and seconds.
  4. Press Calculate to get an instant result with a colour scale, chart and plain-English explanation.

About the Running Speed

Enter a distance and time to see your average running speed in kilometres per hour, miles per hour and metres per second, plus the matching pace per km and mile and a runner level from walking to elite.

Also known as: km/h to pace converter, pace to speed converter, mph to min per mile, running speed converter.

Worked example

Average speed: 12.0 km/h (Strong). Covering 5.00 km in 25:00 is an average speed of 12.0 km/h, a strong level.

Formula and cut-offs

Speed (km/h) = distance (km) / time (hours). mph = km/h / 1.609344. m/s = km/h / 3.6.

Frequently asked questions

What is a good running speed?

Recreational runners average 9 to 11 km/h (5.6 to 6.8 mph); strong club runners reach 13 km/h or more.

How do I set a treadmill speed from pace?

Speed in km/h = 60 / pace in minutes per km.

What is the world record speed?

Elite marathoners average over 20 km/h.

What is my speed if I run 5 km in 25:00?

Average speed: 12.0 km/h (Strong). Covering 5.00 km in 25:00 is an average speed of 12.0 km/h, a strong level. Enter your own numbers above for a personal result.

Sources and references

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