Mile Pace Converter
Instantly convert between min/mile, min/km, mph, and kph. Enter any pace or speed and see all four units at once.
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Complete Pace Conversion Table
This table covers every common running pace from 5:00 per mile through 15:00 per mile. All four units are shown side by side so you can quickly look up any conversion without doing math.
Treadmill Speed to Mile Pace Reference
Treadmills display speed in miles per hour, but runners think in pace. This table translates every treadmill speed setting into min/mile and min/km so you can match your outdoor pace on the treadmill.
When to Use Which Pace Unit
Min/Mile (Minutes per Mile)
The standard pace unit in the United States. If you run in the US, follow American coaches, or use apps defaulting to imperial units, this is your primary unit. Most US road races mark courses in miles, so your pace plan and splits will be in min/mile.
Best for: US road races, American training plans, US-based running apps
Min/Km (Minutes per Kilometer)
The standard pace unit in most of the world outside the US. Parkrun, European races, Australian events, and most international training plans use kilometers. If your GPS watch is set to metric, you will see min/km by default.
Best for: Parkrun, European races, international training plans, metric countries
MPH (Miles per Hour)
Primarily used on treadmills in the US. Treadmills display speed rather than pace, which requires a mental conversion for most runners. Knowing the mph equivalent of your target pace makes treadmill workouts much easier to set up.
Best for: Treadmill running in the US, speed-based workouts, cycling comparisons
KPH (Kilometers per Hour)
Used on treadmills outside the US and in cycling. If you use a metric treadmill, KPH is the display unit. It is also useful when comparing running speed to cycling speed, since cyclists universally use KPH.
Best for: Metric treadmills, cross-training with cycling, international gyms
Common Race Paces in All Units
Knowing what pace different race goals require helps you set your treadmill, plan your training, and convert between systems when following international plans. Here are the most popular race targets with paces in every unit.
Sub-20 5K
A competitive club runner pace. Requires consistent interval training and a solid aerobic base.
Sub-25 5K
A strong recreational runner pace. Achievable for most dedicated runners within 6 to 12 months of training.
Sub-50 10K
Same pace as a sub-25 5K but sustained for twice the distance. Requires strong endurance and pacing discipline.
Sub-2:00 Half Marathon
A popular goal for intermediate runners. Very achievable with a 12 to 16 week training plan and consistent long runs.
Sub-4:00 Marathon
The same pace as a sub-2 hour half, but for 26.2 miles. Fueling, hydration, and pacing strategy become critical at this distance.
Sub-3:30 Marathon
A Boston Qualifier for many age groups. Requires dedicated training, tempo runs, and marathon-specific long runs.
Pace Conversion Formulas
If you want to do the math yourself, here are the exact formulas this converter uses. All conversions are based on the fact that 1 mile equals 1.60934 kilometers.
Min/Mile to Min/Km
Min/Km = Min/Mile / 1.60934
Example: 8:00/mile / 1.60934 = 4:58/km
Min/Km to Min/Mile
Min/Mile = Min/Km x 1.60934
Example: 5:00/km x 1.60934 = 8:03/mile
Min/Mile to MPH
MPH = 60 / Min/Mile
Example: 60 / 8.0 min = 7.5 mph
MPH to Min/Mile
Min/Mile = 60 / MPH
Example: 60 / 7.5 mph = 8:00/mile
Min/Km to KPH
KPH = 60 / Min/Km
Example: 60 / 5.0 min = 12.0 kph
MPH to KPH
KPH = MPH x 1.60934
Example: 7.5 mph x 1.60934 = 12.07 kph
How Pace Conversion Works
Running pace conversion relies on one key number: 1.60934, which is the number of kilometers in one mile. To convert min/mile to min/km, you divide by 1.60934. To convert min/km to min/mile, you multiply by 1.60934. The converter on this page handles this automatically.
Converting pace to speed (mph or kph) is a different operation. Since pace is time per distance and speed is distance per time, they are mathematical inverses. To get mph from min/mile, divide 60 by the pace in minutes. For example, an 8:00 per mile pace means 60 divided by 8 equals 7.5 mph.
This matters for treadmill runners especially. If your training plan says to run at 8:00 per mile pace, you need to set the treadmill to 7.5 mph. Without a reference table or converter, you would have to do the math in your head while trying to run, which is not ideal. The treadmill reference table above eliminates that problem.
For more comprehensive pace calculations including finish time predictions and distance estimates, check out our pace calculator. For treadmill-specific conversions with incline adjustments, use our treadmill pace converter.
Track Your Pace in Any Unit While Capturing Territory
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MoteraFrequently Asked Questions
How do I convert min/mile to min/km?
Divide your pace in minutes per mile by 1.60934. For example, a 10:00 per mile pace divided by 1.60934 equals approximately 6:13 per kilometer. The converter on this page does this calculation instantly as you type.
How do I convert min/km to min/mile?
Multiply your pace in minutes per kilometer by 1.60934. For example, a 5:00 per km pace multiplied by 1.60934 equals approximately 8:03 per mile. This is the reverse of the km to mile conversion.
What is the difference between pace and speed?
Pace measures time per unit of distance (like 8:00 per mile). Speed measures distance per unit of time (like 7.5 mph). They are inverses of each other. Runners typically use pace because it maps directly to split times and race planning. Treadmills and cyclists more commonly use speed.
Why do some countries use min/km and others use min/mile?
The United States, Myanmar, and Liberia use the imperial system, so American runners think in miles. Nearly every other country uses the metric system, making kilometers the default. If you follow training plans from international coaches or run races abroad, you will need to convert between the two regularly.
How do I convert treadmill speed (mph) to running pace?
Divide 60 by the treadmill speed in mph to get minutes per mile. For example, a treadmill set to 7.5 mph means you are running at 60 divided by 7.5, which equals 8:00 per mile. For km pace, divide 60 by the speed in kph.
Is 10 min/mile a good pace?
A 10:00 per mile pace (6:13 per km, or 6.0 mph) is a solid pace for recreational runners. It would finish a 5K in about 31 minutes, a 10K in about 62 minutes, a half marathon in about 2 hours 11 minutes, and a marathon in about 4 hours 22 minutes. It is a common pace for intermediate runners doing easy training runs.
What pace is a 4-hour marathon?
A 4-hour marathon requires a pace of approximately 9:09 per mile or 5:41 per kilometer. That equals a speed of about 6.55 mph or 10.55 kph. This is a popular goal for recreational marathon runners and is considered a strong achievement for most age groups.
How do I figure out my pace from a Garmin or Apple Watch?
Most GPS watches display your current pace in whatever unit you have set in the settings. If your watch shows min/km but you want min/mile (or the other way around), you can change it in the watch settings. Or use this converter to translate the number. Note that real-time GPS pace can fluctuate, so average pace over the full run is more reliable.
