Average Speed Formula:
From: | To: |
Definition: This calculator estimates the average walking speed based on total distance traveled and total time taken, using data similar to Google's walking speed calculations.
Purpose: It helps pedestrians, fitness enthusiasts, and urban planners understand typical walking speeds for route planning and health tracking.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The total distance is divided by the total time to get the average speed. This matches how Google calculates walking speeds for route planning.
Details: Understanding walking speed helps in accurate travel time estimation, fitness tracking, and urban planning for pedestrian infrastructure.
Tips: Enter the total distance in miles and total time in hours. For minutes, divide by 60 (e.g., 30 minutes = 0.5 hours). All values must be > 0.
Q1: What's a typical average walking speed?
A: Most adults walk at 2.5-4 mph. Google's default walking speed is typically 3.1 mph for route calculations.
Q2: How does this compare to Google Maps data?
A: This uses the same calculation method, though Google may adjust for terrain, elevation, and other factors in their estimates.
Q3: Should I include rest stops in the time?
A: For Google-like calculations, use only moving time. For personal fitness tracking, you might include stops.
Q4: How accurate is this for different terrains?
A: This gives a baseline. Adjustments may be needed for hills, stairs, or difficult terrain which reduce speed.
Q5: Can I use kilometers instead of miles?
A: Yes, but be consistent - use km for distance and km/h will be the speed unit (or convert after calculation).