Sub 18 minute 5K pace
To run a 5K in 18:00 you need to be running 5:48 per mile, or 3:36 per kilometre. That is 10.36 mph, or 16.67 km/h.
Split breakdown - 5:48/mile (3:36/km)
| Mile | Split | Clock |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5:48 | 5:48 |
| 2 | 5:48 | 11:35 |
| 3 | 5:48 | 17:23 |
| 3.11 | 0:37 | 18:00 |
| Km | Split | Clock |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3:36 | 3:36 |
| 2 | 3:36 | 7:12 |
| 3 | 3:36 | 10:48 |
| 4 | 3:36 | 14:24 |
| 5 | 3:36 | 18:00 |
Equivalent race times for other distances
| Distance | Equivalent time | Every split |
|---|---|---|
| Mile | 5:15 | — |
| 10K | 37:20 | Splits for a 37:20 10K |
| Half marathon | 1:22:33 | Splits for a 1:22:33 Half marathon |
| Marathon | 2:52:25 | Sub 2:50 marathon pace |
| 50K | 3:25:47 | — |
| 100K | 6:56:51 | — |
Equivalents come from the same VDOT model as the race time predictor, which assumes you are trained for each distance.
Training for a sub 18 minute 5K
Browse 5K training plans on Training Plan.
To see what your current fitness predicts, enter a recent race in the race time predictor.
Fine tune your goal pace with the race pace calculator.