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40-Minute 10K Pace

To run a 10k in 40:00 you need an average pace of 4:00 per km or 6:26 per mile (15 km/h · 9.32 mph).

Pace per km
4:00 /km
Pace per mile
6:26 /mi
Speed
15 km/h
Speed
9.32 mph
400 m lap
1:36
Halfway split
20:00

40-Minute 10K Pace: splits by kilometer and mile

KilometerElapsed
1 km4:00
2 km8:00
3 km12:00
4 km16:00
5 km20:00
6 km24:00
7 km28:00
8 km32:00
9 km36:00
10 km40:00
MileElapsed
1 mi6:26
2 mi12:52
3 mi19:19
4 mi25:45
5 mi32:11
6 mi38:37
6.21 mi (finish)40:00

Even splits. Print this table or write your key splits on your arm or wristband.

Treadmill setting

Set the treadmill to 9.3 mph (15 km/h). Many runners add a 1% incline to better match outdoor effort.

Pacing tips

In a 10K, the first kilometer is usually the fastest because of adrenaline and crowds. Aim to be within about 5 seconds of goal pace, then build over the last 3 km.

Other 10k goals

Plan any time

Use the running pace calculator for any distance and finish time, or see all race pace charts.