How Long Does It Take to Walk 2 km?
It takes approximately 25 minutes to walk 2 km (1.24 miles) at an average walking pace of 4.8 km/h (3.0 mph). At a brisk pace of 5.6 km/h (3.5 mph), you'll finish in about 21 minutes and 26 seconds, while a leisurely walker at 3.2 km/h (2.0 mph) may need 37 minutes 30 seconds. These estimates come from Bohannon & Andrews (2011), a meta-analysis of 23,111 subjects.
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Distance: 2 km (1.24 mi)
Walking Time for 2 km at Different Paces
| Pace Level | Speed (km/h) | Speed (mph) | Time for 2 km | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leisurely | 3.2 | 2.0 | 37:30 | Casual stroll |
| Easy | 4.0 | 2.5 | 30:00 | Relaxed walk, chatting easily |
| Moderate | 4.8 | 3.0 | 25:00 | Average adult walking pace |
| Brisk | 5.6 | 3.5 | 21:26 | Purpose-driven, breathing harder |
| Fast | 6.4 | 4.0 | 18:45 | Power walking |
| Very Fast | 7.2 | 4.5 | 16:40 | Race walking / athletic pace |
Two kilometres is one of the most universally walkable distances. At every pace level, it takes under 38 minutes. At brisk pace, it's barely over 21 minutes — easily manageable during a lunch break, between appointments, or as a quick morning walk.
How Long to Walk 2 km by Age
Based on Bohannon & Andrews (2011) comfortable walking speeds:
| Age Group | Men's Speed (km/h) | Men's 2 km Time | Women's Speed (km/h) | Women's 2 km Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20–29 | 4.90 | 24:29 | 4.83 | 24:51 |
| 30–39 | 5.15 | 23:18 | 4.83 | 24:51 |
| 40–49 | 5.15 | 23:18 | 5.00 | 24:00 |
| 50–59 | 5.15 | 23:18 | 4.72 | 25:25 |
| 60–69 | 4.83 | 24:51 | 4.47 | 26:51 |
| 70–79 | 4.54 | 26:26 | 4.07 | 29:29 |
| 80–99 | 3.49 | 34:23 | 3.38 | 35:30 |
Every age group from 20 to 79 finishes 2 km in under 30 minutes. Even adults over 80 complete the distance in about 34–36 minutes.
What 2 km Looks Like in Practice
Steps: Approximately 2,793 steps at moderate pace (2,252 steps/mile × 1.24 miles, per ACSM data).
Calories: About 66–99 calories for a 50–75 kg person. Using the Compendium formula: body weight in lbs × 0.53 × 1.24 miles.
| Body Weight | Calories Burned (2 km) |
|---|---|
| 50 kg / 110 lbs | ~72 cal |
| 65 kg / 143 lbs | ~94 cal |
| 80 kg / 176 lbs | ~116 cal |
| 95 kg / 209 lbs | ~137 cal |
Common 2 km walks: The walk from a suburban bus stop to home, a stroll between two nearby shops, a loop around a medium-sized park, or a child's walk to school. Two kilometres is the distance that makes walking feel natural rather than like a commute.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is walking 2 km a day enough exercise?
Walking 2 km daily provides about 175 minutes of moderate activity per week (25 min × 7 days) — exceeding the CDC's recommended 150 minutes. It adds roughly 2,793 steps per walk, meaningfully boosting daily activity for sedentary adults.
For maximum health benefit, walking 2 km is a strong minimum. Gradually increasing to 3–5 km amplifies the benefits.
How many steps is 2 km?
Approximately 2,793 steps at moderate pace. By height: taller people take fewer steps (about 2,400 at 193 cm / 6'4") and shorter people take more (about 3,100 at 152 cm / 5'0").
How does walking 2 km compare to running it?
Running 2 km at a recreational pace of 6:00/km takes about 12 minutes. Walking at moderate pace takes 25 minutes — about twice as long. Running burns roughly 40% more calories per kilometre.
Related Pages
- How Long to Walk 1 km — half the distance
- How Long to Walk 3 km — one km longer
- How Long to Walk 5 km — the 5K benchmark
- How Long to Walk 1 Mile — 2 km ≈ 1.24 miles
- Walking Time Calculator — calculate any distance
Sources Cited
- Bohannon, R.W. & Andrews, A.W. (2011). Physiotherapy, 97(3), 182–189.
- ACSM's Health & Fitness Journal (2008). Step counts per mile.
- CDC Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd edition (2018).
- Compendium of Physical Activities — MET values.