How to Run a Sub 30 Minute
5K.

Pace, splits & training plan for a sub 30 minute 5k.

What pace is a 30 minute 5k?

A 30 minute 5k is a pace of 6:00 per kilometre (9:39 per mile), or 10.0 km/h (6.2 mph).

Pace /km

6:00

min/km

Pace /mile

9:39

min/mi

Speed

10.0

km/h

Speed

6.2

mph

30 Minute 5K splits.

KM Cumulative Time
1 6:00
2 12:00
3 18:00
4 24:00
5 30:00
Mile Cumulative Time
1 9:39
2 19:19
3 28:58
3.11 30:00

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Race, tempo and interval paces from the matching 30 minute 5k training plan, plus two real weeks already on it.

Race

6:00

min/km

Tempo

6:00–6:30

min/km

Intervals

5:17–5:38

min/km

Week 4 29.6 km 9 km long run 4 runs
Monday

Rest

Tuesday

Intervals

5:15 - 5:39 / km

Wednesday

Rest

Thursday

Tempo

6:00 - 6:30 / km

Friday

Rest

Saturday

Easy 5km

7:13 - 7:43 / km

Sunday

Mixed-Pace Long Run

7:28 - 7:58 / km

Week 6 26.3 km 7.5 km long run 4 runs
Monday

Rest

Tuesday

Intervals

5:15 - 5:39 / km

Wednesday

Rest

Thursday

Progression

6:00 - 6:30 / km

Friday

Rest

Saturday

Easy 5km

7:13 - 7:43 / km

Sunday

Progression

7:28 - 7:58 / km

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What does this pace feel like?

A 6:00/km pace is a solid, steady running effort. You'll be breathing harder than a jog but should feel able to sustain this pace without gasping. For many runners, this is where running starts to feel like running rather than jogging — a meaningful milestone.

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FAQs.

How do I run a sub-30 minute 5K?

Run three times per week, gradually building your ability to sustain 6:00/km. Include one session per week with faster intervals. Consistency is more important than intensity.

Is 30 minutes a good 5K time?

A sub-30 minute 5K is one of the most popular and celebrated milestones in recreational running. It requires a pace of 6:00/km (9:39/mi).

Can I go from couch to a 30-minute 5K?

Yes, but allow time. A Couch to 5K programme takes around 8 weeks to get you running 5K without stopping. From there, another 4–8 weeks of focused training can bring you under 30 minutes.