Beginner Running Pace Converter: min/mile to min/km

If you are new to running, you might have seen your pace displayed in min/mile on one app and min/km on another — or your GPS watch shows a different unit than the race results website. This converter translates any pace between the two systems instantly.

What is a good beginner running pace? Most coaches recommend starting at a pace where you can hold a full conversation — typically 7–9 min/km (11–14 min/mile) for someone new to running. This is roughly 6.5–8.5 km/h (4–5 mph) on a treadmill.

Typical beginner milestones and their pace equivalents: - Easy conversational jog: 8:00 min/km = 12:52 min/mile = 7.5 km/h = 4.7 mph - Comfortable jog: 7:00 min/km = 11:16 min/mile = 8.6 km/h = 5.3 mph - Brisk jog: 6:00 min/km = 9:40 min/mile = 10.0 km/h = 6.2 mph - First 5K finish under 40 min: 8:00 min/km = 12:52 min/mile - First 5K finish under 35 min: 7:00 min/km = 11:16 min/mile - First 5K finish under 30 min: 6:00 min/km = 9:40 min/mile

Use the converter above to enter any pace you are targeting. It shows the conversion, the matching treadmill setting, and your projected finish times for 5K, 10K, half-marathon, and marathon — useful for setting realistic goals at any experience level.