Running Pace Chart: Tables & Calculators for Every Race Distance

Whether you’re training for a marathon, half marathon, 10K, or 5K, knowing your target pace is key to hitting your goals.


Running pace charts help you calculate your race pace, plan training runs, and predict finishing times.


On this page, you’ll find everything you need:

  • pace calculators, 
  • running pace tables in miles and kilometers, and 
  • pace charts for every race distance


Free marathon pace plan

MarathonPacePlanMockup

Download your free marathon pace plan and get:

  • ✔ Your goal pace (miles + km)
  • ✔ Key race splits
  • ✔ A simple pacing strategy
  • ✔ The biggest mistakes to avoid

Get Your Free Plan Here 👇

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How to Use This Page

This page is a hub for all our running pace tools and charts.

You can calculate your exact pace, check tables for your race distance, and even view kilometer-based charts for international runners.

Each tool or chart links to a dedicated page with full tables and explanations.


Running Pace Tools & Charts (Directory)

Tool / Chart Description Link
Running Pace CALCULATOR Calculate your pace per mile or km for any distance. View Calculator
MARATHON Pace Chart Full marathon pace per mile tables for sub-3, sub-4, and sub-5 goals. View 26.2 Chart in MILES
View 42.2 Chart in KM
HALF MARATHON Pace Chart Half marathon pace per mile tables for goal pacing. View 13.1 Chart in MILES
View 21.1 Chart in KM
10K Pace Chart Pace tables for 10K training and races. View 10k Chart in MILES
View 10K Chart in KM
5K Pace Chart Pace tables for 5K training and races. View 5K Chart in MILES
View 5K Chart in KM
Running Pace Conversion Convert pace to mph, km/h, or vice versa for any distance. View Conversion Chart

Upgrade your pace tracking with the digital running log

For runners who want to track their training and pace goals in one place, the Digital Running Log for Marathoners is a complete tool.

Inside this Google spreadsheet, you’ll find a Pace Calculator tab that automatically estimates your finishing time for 5K, 10K, half marathon, and full marathon distances based on your target pace.

It also includes instructions for printing splits charts to create pace bands for training runs or race day. This makes it easy to put your pace charts into practice and stay on track toward your race goals.

MarathonPaceCalculatorChartSnip

The above is a peak at what the pace calculator inside the Digital Running Log looks like. 

Learn More about using your pace

Understanding your pace is one thing—using it effectively in training is another. These guides show how to apply your pace charts to your runs:


Why Pace Charts Are Useful

Pace charts make training smarter and racing more predictable. Knowing your target pace helps you structure workouts, track progress, and avoid starting too fast or too slow on race day.

You can also link your pace goals directly to my marathon and half marathon training plans for personalized guidance.

For example, if your goal marathon pace is 9:09 per mile (4-hour marathon), follow a structured plan like our Sub-4 Hour Marathon Finishing Time Goal Training Plan to reach your goal safely and efficiently.

The Digital Running Log is also a practical way to track and use pace charts in real training.


faqs

What is a good pace for a marathon?

Good pace depends on your fitness and goals. Our charts provide pace examples for sub-3, sub-4, and sub-5 marathon goals. 

I also help you to determine what is a good marathon pace for you and your fitness level here on this page.


What is a good pace for a half marathon?

This is also dependent on your goals but I talk all about good and average half marathon finish times here. 


How do I convert pace per mile to pace per kilometer?

You can use our pace conversion chart to easily switch between miles and kilometers.


Can I use a pace chart for training runs?

Yes! Pace charts are ideal for setting target paces on long runs, intervals, and race simulations. You can also create your own personalized pace chart band to wear on your frist. I show you how to do this over here on How to Create Your Own Free Printable Pace Band.


Free marathon pace plan

MarathonPacePlanMockup

Download your free marathon pace plan and get:

  • ✔ Your goal pace (miles + km)
  • ✔ Key race splits
  • ✔ A simple pacing strategy
  • ✔ The biggest mistakes to avoid

Get Your Free Plan Here 👇

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