How do I convert pace from min/mile to min/km?

Divide your min/mile pace by 1.60934. For example, an 8:00 min/mile pace = 8 ÷ 1.60934 = 4:58 min/km. Conversely, multiply min/km by 1.60934 to get min/mile.

What is a good running pace for beginners?

A comfortable beginner pace is typically 10-12 minutes per mile (6:13-7:27 per km). Many running programs suggest being able to hold a conversation while running. Speed improves with consistent training over weeks and months.

What pace do I need for a sub-4-hour marathon?

To finish a marathon in under 4 hours, you need to maintain a pace faster than 9:09 per mile (5:41 per km) for the entire 26.2 miles. This is a common goal for intermediate runners.

Running Pace: Minutes per Mile vs Minutes per KM Guide

Pace Conversion Formula

min/km = min/mile ÷ 1.60934

min/mile = min/km × 1.60934

Pace Conversion Chart

min/mile	min/km	MPH	km/h
6:00	3:44	10.0	16.1
7:00	4:21	8.6	13.8
8:00	4:58	7.5	12.1
9:00	5:35	6.7	10.7
10:00	6:13	6.0	9.7
11:00	6:50	5.5	8.8
12:00	7:27	5.0	8.0

Race Finish Times at Different Paces

Pace (min/mi)	5K	10K	Half Marathon	Marathon
7:00	21:45	43:30	1:31:44	3:03:33
8:00	24:51	49:43	1:44:50	3:29:45
9:00	27:58	55:55	1:57:56	3:55:58
10:00	31:04	62:08	2:11:03	4:22:10
11:00	34:10	68:20	2:24:09	4:48:23
12:00	37:17	74:33	2:37:16	5:14:35

Speed vs Pace

Pace (time per distance) is the inverse of speed (distance per time). Runners prefer pace because it directly answers "how long will this take?" Use our speed converter to switch between mph, km/h, and pace.