How long does it take to run 5 miles? 10 miles? A half marathon? This complete guide gives finish time estimates for every common running distance at every pace — from 8 minutes per mile to 14 minutes per mile.
Medical disclaimer: The training information in this article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a licensed healthcare provider or sports medicine professional before beginning any new training program, particularly if you have a pre-existing health condition, injury history, or have been inactive for an extended period.
One of the most practical questions in running is simply: how long will this take? Whether you are planning a morning run, estimating your race finish time, or trying to figure out if you have time to squeeze in a 10-miler before work, this guide has the answer. Below you will find estimated finish times for every common running distance at paces from 8:00 to 14:00 per mile.
How Long Does It Take to Run 1 Mile?
At common recreational paces, a single mile takes:
- 8:00/mile: 8 minutes
- 9:00/mile: 9 minutes
- 10:00/mile: 10 minutes
- 12:00/mile: 12 minutes
The average recreational runner completes a mile in 9–11 minutes. The world record for the mile is 3:43.
How Long Does It Take to Run 2 Miles?
| Pace | 2 Miles |
|---|---|
| 8:00/mi | 16:00 |
| 9:00/mi | 18:00 |
| 10:00/mi | 20:00 |
| 11:00/mi | 22:00 |
| 12:00/mi | 24:00 |
How Long Does It Take to Run 3 Miles (5K)?
A 5K is 3.1 miles. Finish times by pace:
| Pace | 5K (3.1 mi) |
|---|---|
| 8:00/mi | 24:51 |
| 9:00/mi | 27:58 |
| 10:00/mi | 31:04 |
| 11:00/mi | 34:11 |
| 12:00/mi | 37:17 |
| 13:00/mi | 40:24 |
How Long Does It Take to Run 5 Miles?
| Pace | 5 Miles |
|---|---|
| 8:00/mi | 40:00 |
| 9:00/mi | 45:00 |
| 10:00/mi | 50:00 |
| 11:00/mi | 55:00 |
| 12:00/mi | 1:00:00 |
| 13:00/mi | 1:05:00 |
| 14:00/mi | 1:10:00 |
At a 10:00/mile pace, 5 miles takes exactly 50 minutes. If you are training for a 5-mile race, see our 8-week 5-mile training plan.
How Long Does It Take to Run 6 Miles?
| Pace | 6 Miles |
|---|---|
| 8:00/mi | 48:00 |
| 9:00/mi | 54:00 |
| 10:00/mi | 1:00:00 |
| 11:00/mi | 1:06:00 |
| 12:00/mi | 1:12:00 |
| 13:00/mi | 1:18:00 |
How Long Does It Take to Run a 10K (6.2 Miles)?
| Pace | 10K (6.2 mi) |
|---|---|
| 8:00/mi | 49:41 |
| 9:00/mi | 55:54 |
| 10:00/mi | 1:02:08 |
| 11:00/mi | 1:08:17 |
| 12:00/mi | 1:14:26 |
| 13:00/mi | 1:20:35 |
How Long Does It Take to Run 10 Miles?
| Pace | 10 Miles |
|---|---|
| 8:00/mi | 1:20:00 |
| 9:00/mi | 1:30:00 |
| 10:00/mi | 1:40:00 |
| 11:00/mi | 1:50:00 |
| 12:00/mi | 2:00:00 |
| 13:00/mi | 2:10:00 |
How Long Does It Take to Run a Half Marathon (13.1 Miles)?
A half marathon is 13.1 miles. Here is how long it takes at every pace:
| Pace | Half Marathon (13.1 mi) |
|---|---|
| 8:00/mi | 1:45:01 |
| 9:00/mi | 1:58:18 |
| 9:09/mi | 2:00:00 |
| 10:00/mi | 2:11:35 |
| 11:00/mi | 2:24:53 |
| 12:00/mi | 2:38:10 |
| 13:00/mi | 2:51:27 |
| 14:00/mi | 3:04:44 |
For a complete pace-to-time table for the half marathon, see our half marathon pace chart.
How Long Does It Take to Run 17 Miles?
| Pace | 17 Miles |
|---|---|
| 9:00/mi | 2:33:00 |
| 10:00/mi | 2:50:00 |
| 11:00/mi | 3:07:00 |
| 12:00/mi | 3:24:00 |
How Long Does It Take to Run 20 Miles?
The 20-mile long run is the peak of most marathon training plans. Here is how long you will be out there:
| Pace | 20 Miles |
|---|---|
| 9:00/mi | 3:00:00 |
| 10:00/mi | 3:20:00 |
| 11:00/mi | 3:40:00 |
| 12:00/mi | 4:00:00 |
| 13:00/mi | 4:20:00 |
How Long Does It Take to Run a Marathon (26.2 Miles)?
| Pace | Marathon (26.2 mi) |
|---|---|
| 8:00/mi | 3:29:21 |
| 9:00/mi | 3:55:20 |
| 9:09/mi | 4:00:00 |
| 10:00/mi | 4:21:19 |
| 11:00/mi | 4:47:17 |
| 12:00/mi | 5:13:16 |
| 13:00/mi | 5:39:15 |
| 14:00/mi | 6:05:13 |
For a full marathon pace chart, see our marathon pace chart covering every finish time from 3:00 to 6:00.
MPH to Minutes Per Mile Chart
If you know your treadmill speed in mph but want to know your pace:
| Speed (mph) | Pace (min/mi) | 5K Time |
|---|---|---|
| 4.0 mph | 15:00/mi | 46:35 |
| 4.5 mph | 13:20/mi | 41:26 |
| 5.0 mph | 12:00/mi | 37:17 |
| 5.5 mph | 10:54/mi | 33:51 |
| 6.0 mph | 10:00/mi | 31:04 |
| 6.5 mph | 9:14/mi | 28:39 |
| 7.0 mph | 8:34/mi | 26:38 |
| 7.5 mph | 8:00/mi | 24:51 |
| 8.0 mph | 7:30/mi | 23:18 |
| 8.5 mph | 7:03/mi | 21:55 |
| 9.0 mph | 6:40/mi | 20:41 |
Find a Race to Put Your Pace to the Test
Now that you know how long your distance takes, find a race. Browse the Florida race calendar for upcoming 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons, and marathons. Ready to train? See our 5K, 10K, and half marathon training plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to run 5 miles? expand_more
At a 10:00/mile pace, 5 miles takes 50 minutes. At 9:00/mile, it takes 45 minutes. At 12:00/mile, it takes 1 hour exactly.
How long does it take to run a half marathon? expand_more
A half marathon (13.1 miles) takes 1:45 at 8:00/mile pace, 1:58 at 9:00/mile, 2:11 at 10:00/mile, 2:38 at 12:00/mile, and 3:04 at 14:00/mile. The average recreational runner finishes in 2:05–2:30.
How long does it take to run 10 miles? expand_more
At a 10:00/mile pace, 10 miles takes 1 hour and 40 minutes. At 9:00/mile it takes 1:30, and at 12:00/mile it takes 2:00 flat.
How many minutes is a mile? expand_more
That depends on your pace. Recreational runners typically run a mile in 9–12 minutes. A 10:00/mile pace is 6.0 mph. A 9:00/mile pace is 6.7 mph. A 12:00/mile pace is 5.0 mph.
How long does it take to run 20 miles? expand_more
At a 10:00/mile pace, 20 miles takes 3 hours and 20 minutes. At 9:00/mile it takes exactly 3:00. At 12:00/mile it takes 4:00. The 20-mile long run is the peak workout in most marathon training plans.
How do I convert mph to minutes per mile? expand_more
Divide 60 by your mph speed. For example: 60 ÷ 6 mph = 10:00/mile. 60 ÷ 7.5 mph = 8:00/mile. 60 ÷ 5 mph = 12:00/mile.