See your estimated half marathon finish time based on average pace per mile.
A half marathon is 13.1 miles and one of the fastest-growing race distances in the country. This pace chart helps you quickly estimate your finish time based on your average mile pace. Use it for goal setting, race-day pacing, and building your training plan around a specific finish time.
For beginners, finishing under 2:30 (about 11:27 per mile) is a common goal. Intermediate runners often aim for 1:45 to 2:00, and competitive runners target sub-1:30. The right pace depends on your training, experience, and race conditions.
To finish a half marathon in 2 hours, you need to average about 9:09 per mile. That is a popular goal for many runners and requires consistent pacing throughout all 13.1 miles.
Find your goal pace per mile on the left side of the table and look across to see the estimated finish time. You can also start with a target finish time and work backwards to find the pace you need to maintain. This is useful for planning long runs and tempo workouts.
Yes, even splits or slight negative splits are recommended. Many runners start too fast and struggle in the final miles. A good strategy is to run the first few miles at or just below goal pace, settle into rhythm, and finish strong in the last 2 to 3 miles.