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. Wondering where your time stands? See is a 10-minute mile good? or is a 9-minute mile good?
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 Many Minutes Is 10 Miles?
Running 10 miles takes 100 minutes at a 10:00-per-mile pace, a typical recreational pace. At 8:00 per mile it takes 80 minutes, and at 12:00 per mile it takes 120 minutes. Walking 10 miles at 3 mph takes 200 minutes. Driving at 60 mph, 10 miles takes 10 minutes.
| Pace | Speed | Minutes for 10 Miles | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00/mi | 8.6 mph | 70 minutes | 1:10:00 |
| 8:00/mi | 7.5 mph | 80 minutes | 1:20:00 |
| 9:00/mi | 6.7 mph | 90 minutes | 1:30:00 |
| 10:00/mi | 6.0 mph | 100 minutes | 1:40:00 |
| 11:00/mi | 5.5 mph | 110 minutes | 1:50:00 |
| 12:00/mi | 5.0 mph | 120 minutes | 2:00:00 |
| 15:00/mi (run-walk) | 4.0 mph | 150 minutes | 2:30:00 |
| 20:00/mi (brisk walk) | 3.0 mph | 200 minutes | 3:20:00 |
| 24:00/mi (easy walk) | 2.5 mph | 240 minutes | 4:00:00 |
The math is pace times distance: multiply your minutes per mile by 10. The CDC counts walking at 2.5 mph or faster as brisk, moderate-intensity activity (CDC: Measuring Physical Activity Intensity), so most walkers finish 10 miles in 3 to 4 hours. Florida heat and humidity can add 30 to 90 seconds per mile in summer, which adds 5 to 15 minutes over 10 miles. Plug in your own pace with the pace calculator.
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.
Put Your Pace to Work
Run your own numbers through the pace calculator, then find a race to test them on. Florida has 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons and marathons on the calendar year-round.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many minutes is 10 miles? expand_more
Running 10 miles takes 100 minutes at a 10:00-per-mile pace, 80 minutes at 8:00 per mile and 120 minutes at 12:00 per mile. Walking 10 miles at 3 mph takes 200 minutes. Driving at 60 mph takes 10 minutes.
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.