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55-Minute 10K Pace

To run a 10k in 55:00 you need an average pace of 5:30 per km or 8:51 per mile (10.91 km/h · 6.78 mph).

Pace per km
5:30 /km
Pace per mile
8:51 /mi
Speed
10.91 km/h
Speed
6.78 mph
400 m lap
2:12
Halfway split
27:30

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

KilometerElapsed
1 km5:30
2 km11:00
3 km16:30
4 km22:00
5 km27:30
6 km33:00
7 km38:30
8 km44:00
9 km49:30
10 km55:00
MileElapsed
1 mi8:51
2 mi17:42
3 mi26:33
4 mi35:24
5 mi44:15
6 mi53:07
6.21 mi (finish)55:00

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

Treadmill setting

Set the treadmill to 6.8 mph (10.9 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.