Pace from finish time
Turn target finish times into exact per-kilometre and per-mile pace.
Formula: pace = finish time / distance
Example: Sub-4 marathon pace is 5:41 /km.
Reference table
| Input | Result | Also |
|---|---|---|
| 5K in 25:00 | 5:00 /km | 8:03 /mile |
| 10K in 50:00 | 5:00 /km | 8:03 /mile |
| Half marathon in 2:00:00 | 5:41 /km | 9:09 /mile |
| Marathon in 4:00:00 | 5:41 /km | 9:09 /mile |
| 50K in 5:30:00 | 6:36 /km | 10:37 /mile |
FAQ
What pace do I need for a sub-4 marathon?
A 4:00:00 marathon requires about 5:41 per kilometre or 9:09 per mile at even pace.
What if I run uneven splits?
This page gives the even-pace target. A real race plan may place slightly faster or slower kilometres around terrain and aid stations.