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5K in Miles: How Far Is a 5K?

A 5K is 3.107 miles (5 kilometers = 3.10686 mi), usually rounded to 3.1 miles.

5 km = 3.1069 mi

Formula: miles = kilometers ÷ 1.609344. Results update as you type.

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5K finish times by pace

Pace per milePace per km5K finish time
6:00 /mi3:44 /km18:38
7:00 /mi4:21 /km21:45
8:00 /mi4:58 /km24:51
9:00 /mi5:36 /km27:58
10:00 /mi6:13 /km31:04
11:00 /mi6:50 /km34:11
12:00 /mi7:27 /km37:17
13:00 /mi8:05 /km40:23
14:00 /mi8:42 /km43:30
15:00 /mi9:19 /km46:36

How far is a 5K?

5 kilometers is 3.10686 miles — a bit more than three miles, or 12.5 laps of a 400 m track. At a brisk walk (3–3.5 mph) it takes about 55–60 minutes; most beginners run it in 30–40 minutes.

A good 5K time

Finishing is the goal for a first 5K. Many recreational runners finish between 25 and 35 minutes; running under 25 minutes means averaging about 8:00 per mile (5:00 per km). Plan your pace with the running pace calculator.

Frequently asked questions

How many miles is a 5K?

A 5K is 3.107 miles (3.10686 mi).

How many laps is a 5K on a track?

12.5 laps of a standard 400 m track.

How long does it take to walk a 5K?

About 55–60 minutes at a brisk walking pace of 3–3.5 mph.

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