Marathon Pace Calculator
Work out the pace per mile and per km needed to hit your marathon target time. Free.
Target finish time (e.g. 4 hours)
Marathon pace calculator
Use this marathon pace calculator to see what pace you need to run (per mile or per km) to finish a marathon in your target time. Enter your goal time as hours, minutes and seconds; the calculator gives average pace per mile, per km, and speed. Marathon distance is 26.2 miles (42.195 km).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is marathon pace?
Marathon pace is the average speed you need to run each mile or kilometre to finish a marathon (26.2 miles / 42.195 km) in your target time. This calculator converts a target finish time into pace per mile and per km.
How do I calculate marathon pace?
Divide the marathon distance by your target time. For a 4-hour marathon: 26.2 miles ÷ 4 hours = 6.55 mph, or about 9:10 per mile. Similarly for km: 42.195 ÷ 4 ≈ 10.55 km/h, or about 5:41 per km.
Is the marathon pace calculator free?
Yes. Free to use. Use for training and race planning.
What pace for a 4 hour marathon?
About 9:10 per mile or 5:41 per km. Enter 4:00:00 in the calculator to see exact pace and splits.
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