Speed Formula:
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Definition: This calculator computes speed based on distance traveled and time taken.
Purpose: It helps travelers, athletes, and transportation professionals determine average speed for planning and analysis.
The calculator uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: The distance is divided by time to calculate the average speed over the given period.
Details: Accurate speed calculation helps in trip planning, fuel estimation, performance analysis, and ensuring compliance with speed limits.
Tips: Enter the distance in miles and time in hours. For partial hours (e.g., 30 minutes), enter 0.5. All values must be > 0.
Q1: Can I use kilometers instead of miles?
A: Yes, but the result will be in km/h. Make sure both distance and time units are consistent.
Q2: How do I calculate time for minutes?
A: Convert minutes to hours by dividing by 60 (e.g., 45 minutes = 0.75 hours).
Q3: What if my trip has multiple speeds?
A: This calculates average speed. For varying speeds, calculate segments separately.
Q4: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It provides theoretical average speed. Actual speed may vary due to stops, traffic, etc.
Q5: Can I calculate distance if I know speed and time?
A: Yes, using D = S × T. We may add this feature in future updates.