How long of a walk is 3.1 km?

According to a study published in the ACSM's Health & Fitness Journal, someone of average height and weight will take around 1,400 steps to walk one kilometre at a regular pace. This figure changes to between 900 and 1,100 steps for a kilometre when running, due to the increase in stride length. [1]

Steps to km average (men and women combined)

The following figures combine the step counts for men and women and use the ACSM's study results. Note that these are overall averages, across all height ranges. The calculator at the top of the page works out km figures based upon height and gender, giving a more accurate result.

  • Average walk: 1 km = 1,408 steps
  • Brisk walk: 1 km = 1,209 steps
  • Jog: 1 km = 1,219 steps
  • Run: 1 km = 1,045 steps
  • Fast run: 1 km = 875 steps
  • Very fast run: 1 km = 675 steps

It should be noted that your stride length will vary depending on your height and weight and the pace of your walk or run. To give a crude example, the stride length of a 6ft 5 runner will be greater than someone of 5ft engaging in a gentle walk. It is for that reason that we take into account your height, weight and pace in our calculator algorithm.

Calculating calories burned

Our steps to kilometres calculator uses METS (metabolic equivalents) data from the Compendium of Physical Activities to calculate the number of calories burned during your walk or run.

Advertisement

Steps to km for different stride lengths

This table combines data for both men and women.

StepsAverage walk
(5kph)Brisk walk
(6.5kph)Run
(9.5kph)1,000 steps0.7 km0.8 km1 km2,000 steps1.4 km1.7 km1.9 km3,000 steps2.1 km2.5 km2.9 km4,000 steps2.8 km3.3 km3.8 km5,000 steps3.6 km4.1 km4.8 km6,000 steps4.3 km5 km5.7 km7,000 steps5 km5.8 km6.7 km8,000 steps5.7 km6.6 km7.7 km9,000 steps6.4 km7.4 km8.6 km10,000 steps7.1 km8.3 km9.6 km

Walking 10,000 steps

Using the data from our calculator, we can work out that 10,000 steps equates to around 6 to 8 km of walking.

It's important to note that people who exercise at higher intensities will take far fewer steps and will cover a distance in less time. They are also likely to achieve greater health benefits than those who exercise at lower intensities. You should always seek advice from qualified health professionals before making any major changes to your lifestyle or fitness regime,

Buying a treadmill is an option to consider if there is no way to walk outside. A treadmill makes it convenient to walk in the comfort of your own home, at any time of day; no matter what the conditions are outside. It is best to stay active and healthy, so enjoy your walking as much as possible.

In running, pace is usually defined as the number of minutes it takes to cover a mile or kilometer. Pace is also called rhythm or tempo. Pacing is often a critical aspect of endurance events. Some runnning coaches advocate training at a combination of specific paces related to one's fitness in order to stimulate various physiological improvements

Add to home screen

The time it takes to walk a given distance depends on your walking speed.  Evaluation of walking speed determined the following typical walking speeds on a paved surface:


  • Leisurely walking speed is 3.14 mph or 5.06 km/hr.  This is approximately the average human walking speed.
  • Normal/purposeful walking speed is 4.22 mph or 6.80 km/hr
  • Brisk walking speed is 5.88 mph or 9.47 km/hr

The brisk walking speed is walking nearly as fast as possible- it would take excellent physical conditioning to sustain this pace for very long.  Normal or leisurely walking speeds could be sustained for a long time with little or no special conditioning.  The walking conditions will also impact walking speed: walking uphill or walking in bad weather is likely to be slower.  The walking speeds considered are based on walking on a paved, level surface.

Walking Time Calculator

Use the Walking Time calculator below to check walking time for any distance:
  • Enter the units you would like to use: miles, kilometers, or blocks
  • Enter your walking speed: leisurely, purposeful, or brisk
  • Enter the walking distance
  • Click 'Compute'
  • Results show how long it would take to walk the selected distance in seconds, minutes, and hours


Walking Time Calculator by Dr. Penny Pincher
Copyright (c) 2014. All Rights Reserved
http://pennypincherjournal.blogspot.comUnits:
Miles
Kilometers
Blocks (650 feet)Walking Speed:
Leisurely (3.1 mph/5.1 km/hr)
Purposeful (4.2 mph/6.8 km/hr)
Brisk (5.9mph/9.5 km/hr)Enter distance to Walk:

Result: Time to Walk= secondsResult: Time to Walk= minutesResult: Time to Walk= hours
* Remember to push the "Compute" button to update the result when you change units, walking speed, or distance!


For reference, the tables below show how long it would take to walk the given distance at each of the 3 walking speeds considered.  Note that the times provided do not include any breaks or rest stops and assumes that a steady walking pace is maintained.

Look up the walking time for a given distance in miles or kilometers below.  Walking time for distance in miles is given first, followed by kilometers (km).  Sometimes km is abbreviated simply as k, for example a 5k walk is 5km or about 3 miles.


How Long Does it Take to Walk 1 Mile?

One mile is a fairly short walk- you may be able to reach a local school or grocery store from your home with a one mile walk each way.

Leisurely walking speed: 19.1 minutes

Normal walking speed: 14.2 minutes

Brisk walking speed: 10.2 minutes


How Long Does it Take to Walk 2 Miles?

A two mile walk is no problem for most people.  If you live in town, you can likely reach many schools and businesses with a 2 mile walk each way.

Leisurely walking speed: 38.2 minutes

Normal walking speed: 28.4 minutes

Brisk walking speed: 20.4 minutes


How Long Does it Take to Walk 3 Miles?

A 3 mile walk is something you can easily accomplish during a 1 hour lunch break.

Leisurely walking speed: 58.1 minutes

Normal walking speed: 42.9 minutes

Brisk walking speed: 30.5 minutes

How Long Does it Take to Walk 4 Miles?

Walking 4 miles may also be achievable during a lunch break if you are in good shape and have good walking conditions (good weather and flat walking surface).

Leisurely walking speed: 77.4 minutes

Normal walking speed: 57.1 minutes

Brisk walking speed: 40.7 minutes

How Long Does it Take to Walk 5 Miles?

Walking five miles is more of a commitment.  You can walk across most small and medium size towns with a 5 mile walk each way.

Leisurely walking speed: 95.5 minutes

Normal walking speed: 71.0 minutes

Brisk walking speed: 51.0 minutes


How Long Does it Take to Walk 10 Miles?

If you are stranded on the highway between towns, you might need to walk 10 miles to reach the next town.

Leisurely walking speed: 3.18 hours

Normal walking speed: 2.37 hours

Brisk walking speed: 1.70 hours


How Long Does it Take to Walk 100 Miles?

Walking one hundred miles without a break would be a long day- it would take about 24 hours at normal walking speed.

Leisurely walking speed: 31.8 hours

Normal walking speed: 23.7 hours

Brisk walking speed: 17.0 hours


How Long Does it Take to Walk 1 km (kilometer)?

One kilometer is a short walk- a few city blocks in most areas.

Leisurely walking speed: 11.9 minutes

Normal walking speed: 8.80 minutes

Brisk walking speed: 6.34 minutes


How Long Does it Take to Walk 2 km (kilometers)?

A distance of two kilometers is a bit more than one mile, also a short walk for most people.

Leisurely walking speed: 23.7 minutes

Normal walking speed: 17.6 minutes

Brisk walking speed: 12.7 minutes


How Long Does it Take to Walk 3 km (kilometers)?

You could walk 3 km during a 30 minute lunch break.

Leisurely walking speed: 36.1 minutes

Normal walking speed: 26.6 minutes

Brisk walking speed: 19.0 minutes

How Long Does it Take to Walk 4 km (kilometers)?

If you are not ready to tackle a 4 mile walk, start with a 4 km walk.  It sounds almost as impressive!

Leisurely walking speed: 48.1 minutes

Normal walking speed: 35.5 minutes

Brisk walking speed: 25.3 minutes

How Long Does it Take to Walk 5 km (kilometers)?

A five kilometer distance is equivalent to about 3 miles.  Most people can easily walk this distance.  A 5 km walk is also known as a 5 k walk.

Leisurely walking speed: 59.3 minutes

Normal walking speed: 44.1 minutes

Brisk walking speed: 31.7 minutes


How Long Does it Take to Walk 10 km (kilometers)?

Ten kilometers is over 6 miles.  Walking this distance would take you across town in most small and medium sized cities.  At over an hour and a half at normal walking speed, a 10 k walk takes some commitment.

Leisurely walking speed: 1.98 hours

Normal walking speed: 1.47 hours

Brisk walking speed: 63.4 minutes


How Long Does it Take to Walk 100 km (kilometer)?

One hundred kilometers is a bit over 62 miles.  Walking 100 km would be a long day or night, taking over 12 hours to cover this distance.

Leisurely walking speed: 19.8 hours

Normal walking speed: 14.7 hours

Brisk walking speed: 10.6 hours



Recommended Reading:

How far would you need to walk to lose a pound?

Walking: How fast can you walk? How long does it take to walk a block?


Pedometer Test Drive: How accurate can a pedometer measure walking distance? Is a pedometer worth the money?



Amazon.com Widgets


Penny Pincher Journal

Copyright © 2013 Dr. Penny Pincher.  All Rights Reserved.  Privacy Policy


How long does 3km take to walk?

3K: 3 kilometers equals 1.85 miles, or 9842.5 feet, or just a little less than 2 miles. This is a common distance for charity walks, especially those with accessible routes. It takes 30 to 37 minutes to walk 3K at a moderate pace.

How long is a 3000 km walk?

3000 km - around 4 months.

How long does 2.5 km take to walk?

Walking for 30 minutes at a brisk pace covers a distance of 2.0 to 2.5 km and burns about 125 calories (520 kiloJoules).