Walking Time Calculator
How long a walk takes at your pace, including hills.
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Results
- Estimated time
- 2h 36m
- Flat-ground time
- 2 hours
- Added for climbing
- 36 minutes
- Average moving pace
- 2.31 mph overall
Quick answer
Naismith's rule allows one hour per 3 miles walked plus an extra hour for every 2,000 feet of ascent.
Time = distance ÷ speed + ascent ÷ 2000 hr
How to use the Walking Time Calculator
- 1Enter the route distance.
- 2Set a realistic walking speed.
- 3Add total elevation gain for the climb allowance.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Distance6 miles
- Walking speed3 mph
- Elevation gain1200 ft
Results
- Estimated time2h 36m
- Flat-ground time2 hours
- Added for climbing36 minutes
- Average moving pace2.31 mph overall
Frequently asked questions
What speed should I use?
3 mph on flat paths, 2–2.5 mph on rough trails and 1.5 mph with a heavy pack on steep ground.
Does Naismith include breaks?
No. Add 10 minutes per hour for rest, photos and navigation on longer routes.
About this calculator
- Built and reviewed by James Whitfield · How we build and test calculators
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