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Speed Calculator

Speed from distance and time — solve for speed, distance or time in any consistent units.

Also known as speed formula, how fast, speed from distance.

Enter values

Results update as you type.

Result

Speed

60 km/h

Distance
120 km
Time
2 hours

About the Speed Calculator

Speed from distance and time — solve for speed, distance or time in any consistent units.

Also known as: speed formula, how fast, speed from distance, average speed formula.

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter solve for.
  2. The result updates instantly as you type — press Calculate (or Enter) at any time.
  3. Review the breakdown shown under the main result.
  4. Use Copy result or Share to save the answer or send a link with your inputs.

Speed formula

speed = distance ÷ time

Worked example

Using the values pre-filled in the calculator above:

  • Solve for: Speed
  • Distance = 120 km
  • Time = 2 hours

the calculator returns:

  • Speed: 60 km/h
  • Distance: 120 km
  • Time: 2 hours

Frequently asked questions

Do the units have to match?

Yes — if distance is in km and time in hours you get km/h. Use the speed converter to switch to mph or m/s.