How do I calculate running pace per km?

Divide your finish time in minutes by the distance in kilometres. For example, a 50-minute 10K is 50 ÷ 10 = 5:00 per km. Enter distance and time in the pace calculator and it works out pace, finish time, or distance from any two values.

How do I convert mile pace to km pace?

Use the pace converter to switch between min/mile and min/km instantly — it also shows speed in km/h and mph. For a quick estimate, multiply your per-mile pace by 0.621371 to get an approximate per-km equivalent.

What is the formula for running pace?

Pace = time ÷ distance. If you know your target pace and race distance, multiply pace by distance to estimate finish time. If you know time and distance, divide time by distance to get average pace.

How do I plan even splits for a race?

Enter your race distance and target finish time or pace. The calculator shows kilometre splits — cumulative times at each km — so you can check whether you are on track during the race.

5K Pace Calculator — Finish & km Splits

Calculate 5K running pace or finish time over 5 km. Enter your target time or pace per km and see even splits for race planning.

Use the full Running Pace Calculator - Distance, Pace & Time to enter custom values.

Time (hh:mm:ss)

Pace (mins/km)

Distance is fixed to the standard 5K distance (5 km). Enter your target finish time or desired pace to calculate the other value and see kilometre splits.

Popular goal times: 22 minute 5K, 25 minute 5K, sub-20 5K, and 30 minute 5K.

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate running pace per km?: Divide your finish time in minutes by the distance in kilometres. For example, a 50-minute 10K is 50 ÷ 10 = 5:00 per km. Enter distance and time in the pace calculator and it works out pace, finish time, or distance from any two values.
How do I convert mile pace to km pace?: Use the pace converter to switch between min/mile and min/km instantly — it also shows speed in km/h and mph. For a quick estimate, multiply your per-mile pace by 0.621371 to get an approximate per-km equivalent.
What is the formula for running pace?: Pace = time ÷ distance. If you know your target pace and race distance, multiply pace by distance to estimate finish time. If you know time and distance, divide time by distance to get average pace.
How do I plan even splits for a race?: Enter your race distance and target finish time or pace. The calculator shows kilometre splits — cumulative times at each km — so you can check whether you are on track during the race.

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