About This Calculator
The Pace Calculator is a versatile tool for runners, walkers, and endurance athletes to calculate pace, time, or distance based on two known values. Whether you're training for a marathon, planning interval workouts, or just tracking your fitness progress, this calculator helps you convert between common pace and distance formats with ease.
It supports multiple distance units (kilometers, miles, meters, yards, feet) and pace formats (per kilometer, per mile, etc.), making it compatible with both metric and imperial systems.
How It Works
- Select one of three calculation modes: Pace, Time, or Distance.
- Enter the two known values to calculate the third.
- Choose the desired unit for distance or pace, then click "Calculate" to see your results.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is pace and how is it different from speed?
Pace measures the amount of time it takes to cover a certain distance (e.g., minutes per kilometer), while speed measures how much distance you cover in a fixed time (e.g., kilometers per hour). This calculator focuses on pace but also displays speed for convenience.
Can I calculate pace in miles instead of kilometers?
Yes. The calculator supports both kilometers and miles, as well as meters, yards, and feet. You can choose your preferred units for both input and output.
Why does my pace result include decimals?
Seconds in the pace calculation are shown with decimals when needed, to ensure precision—especially for shorter intervals or exact timing goals.
Is this calculator suitable for walking or cycling?
Absolutely. While designed for runners, this calculator is equally useful for tracking walking, cycling, rowing, swimming, and any activity where time, distance, and pace are relevant.