Speed Calculator
Calculate average speed from distance and time. Enter the distance travelled and the time taken to see the speed, useful for trips, running and cycling.
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Calculate average speed from distance and time. Enter the distance travelled and the time taken to see the speed, useful for trips, running and cycling.
Worked example
Example calculated from the starting values. Enter your own values and press Calculate to get your result.
With the default inputs (distance = 120 km, time = 1.5 hours), the results are: average speed 80.00 km/h.
Quick reference: distance vs result
Reference table based on the example values; it is not your calculation result.
| Distance (km) | Average speed |
|---|---|
| 60 | 40.00 km/h |
| 120 | 80.00 km/h |
| 240 | 160.00 km/h |
| 600 | 400.00 km/h |
| 1,200 | 800.00 km/h |
| 2,400 | 1,600.00 km/h |
Frequently asked questions
What formula does this calculator use?
Average speed = d ÷ t. Variables: d = distance in km, t = time in hours.
What do I need to enter?
You need distance (km), time (hours). Results update as you type.
What is an example result?
With the default inputs (distance = 120 km, time = 1.5 hours), the results are: average speed 80.00 km/h.
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