Speed Analysis Tool

Speed Calculator

Calculate speed, distance, or time using the fundamental relationship: speed = distance / time

Fundamental Equation
v = d / t
v = velocity (speed)
d = distance
t = time

Derived formulas:

• d = v × t (distance = speed × time)

• t = d / v (time = distance / speed)

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Calculate Speed

Enter distance and time to find speed

Common Speed Reference

Understanding speed in context: from human movement to the speed of light

Human walking speed5 km/h (3.1 mph)
Usain Bolt (world record)44.72 km/h (27.8 mph)
Cheetah (top speed)120 km/h (75 mph)
Highway speed limit (US)105-120 km/h (65-75 mph)
High-speed train300 km/h (186 mph)
Commercial aircraft900 km/h (560 mph)
Sound (at sea level)1,235 km/h (767 mph)
Earth's orbit around sun107,000 km/h (66,600 mph)
Speed of light1,079,252,848 km/h (670,616,629 mph)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about speed calculations

What is the formula for speed?

The speed formula is: Speed = Distance / Time (or v = d / t). For example, if you travel 100 kilometers in 2 hours, your speed is 100 / 2 = 50 km/h.

How do I convert mph to km/h?

To convert miles per hour (mph) to kilometers per hour (km/h), multiply by 1.60934. For example: 60 mph × 1.60934 = 96.56 km/h. Use our speed converter for instant conversions.

What's the difference between speed and velocity?

Speed is a scalar quantity that measures how fast you're moving, while velocity is a vector that includes both speed and direction. This calculator measures speed only.

How accurate is this speed calculator?

Our speed calculator uses precise conversion factors and formulas to provide accurate results. It supports 9 distance units (millimeters to nautical miles) and 6 speed units for maximum flexibility.

Understanding Speed

Speed is a scalar quantity that refers to how fast an object is moving. It is the rate at which an object covers distance.

Average speed is calculated by dividing the total distance traveled by the total time taken. Unlike velocity, speed does not account for direction.

Example: A car travels 150 km in 2 hours. Its average speed is 150 / 2 = 75 km/h.

Common Speed Units

Meters per second (m/s)
SI unit of speed, commonly used in physics
Kilometers per hour (km/h)
Widely used for road traffic and general purposes
Miles per hour (mph)
Used primarily in the United States and United Kingdom