How Long to Walk 1 km at a Slow Pace (3 km/h)?
At a slow 3 km/h pace, walking 1 km takes 20 minutes.
How to use this tool
- Enter the distance you plan to walk in kilometres.
- Enter your typical walking pace — the average adult walks at 4–5 km/h.
- The calculator returns walking time in hours and minutes.
For elderly walkers or those recovering from injury, a 3 km/h pace means 1 km takes 20 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
- How fast is the average walking pace?
- The average adult walking pace is 4–5 km/h (2.5–3.1 mph). Brisk walking is 5–6 km/h. Elderly adults may walk at 3–4 km/h.
- How long does it take to walk 1 km?
- At a typical pace of 5 km/h, 1 km takes 12 minutes. At 4 km/h, it takes 15 minutes.