Sub 20 minute 5K pace
To run a 5K in 20:00 you need to be running 6:26 per mile, or 4:00 per kilometre. That is 9.32 mph, or 15 km/h.
Split breakdown - 6:26/mile (4:00/km)
| Mile | Split | Clock |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6:26 | 6:26 |
| 2 | 6:26 | 12:52 |
| 3 | 6:26 | 19:19 |
| 3.11 | 0:41 | 20:00 |
| Km | Split | Clock |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4:00 | 4:00 |
| 2 | 4:00 | 8:00 |
| 3 | 4:00 | 12:00 |
| 4 | 4:00 | 16:00 |
| 5 | 4:00 | 20:00 |
Equivalent race times for other distances
| Distance | Equivalent time | Every split |
|---|---|---|
| Mile | 5:51 | — |
| 10K | 41:28 | Splits for a 41:28 10K |
| Half marathon | 1:31:50 | Sub 1:30 half marathon pace |
| Marathon | 3:11:17 | Sub 3:10 marathon pace |
| 50K | 3:48:04 | — |
| 100K | 7:40:36 | — |
Equivalents come from the same VDOT model as the race time predictor, which assumes you are trained for each distance.
Training for a sub 20 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.