Half Marathon Pace Calculator

Find your target pace for a half marathon, with a built-in pace chart by finish time.

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Pacing a half marathon

The half marathon (13.10938 miles / 21.0975 km) is long enough that pacing errors compound quickly. This calculator converts a goal finish time into a target pace and gives you 5K, 10K, and halfway checkpoints so you can gauge whether you're on track mid-race.

Fueling and hydration start to matter at this distance in a way they usually don't in a 5K or 10K. Practicing your race pace and fueling plan together in training reduces the odds of a late-race fade.

Where these numbers come from

The formulas and default values in this calculator are based on:

  • Official half marathon race distance (13.10938 miles / 21.0975 km)

These are planning estimates for training purposes. Check with a coach, trainer, or physician before starting a new program or maxing out.

Frequently asked questions

How much slower should my half marathon pace be than my 10K pace?

Most runners run their half marathon somewhere around 10 to 20 seconds per mile slower than 10K race pace, though this varies with training and experience.

Do I need to fuel during a half marathon?

Many runners benefit from taking in carbohydrates during a half marathon, especially past the one-hour mark, though needs vary by individual and by how fast you're running it.

What's a good checkpoint strategy for pacing?

Checking your watch at 5K, 10K, and the halfway mark against the splits above lets you catch an early pacing mistake before it costs you the back half of the race.

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