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60-Minute 10K Pace

To run a 10k in 1:00:00 you need an average pace of 6:00 per km or 9:39 per mile (10 km/h · 6.21 mph).

Pace per km
6:00 /km
Pace per mile
9:39 /mi
Speed
10 km/h
Speed
6.21 mph
400 m lap
2:24
Halfway split
30:00

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

KilometerElapsed
1 km6:00
2 km12:00
3 km18:00
4 km24:00
5 km30:00
6 km36:00
7 km42:00
8 km48:00
9 km54:00
10 km1:00:00
MileElapsed
1 mi9:39
2 mi19:19
3 mi28:58
4 mi38:37
5 mi48:17
6 mi57:56
6.21 mi (finish)1:00:00

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

Treadmill setting

Set the treadmill to 6.2 mph (10 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.