How long is 2 miles?
2 miles takes about 40 min to walk, 20 min to run, 10 min to cycle and 2 min to drive at 60 mph.
2 miles is an easy distance on foot: most people can walk it without special preparation, and it's a short hop by bike or car. 2 miles equals 3.22 kilometers.
Time to travel 2 miles by speed
| How | Speed | Time for 2 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Walking · average adult pace | 3 mph (5 km/h) | 40 min |
| Brisk walking · fast, purposeful walk | 4 mph (6 km/h) | 30 min |
| Running · 10-minute mile | 6 mph (10 km/h) | 20 min |
| Cycling · relaxed road cycling | 12 mph (19 km/h) | 10 min |
| City driving · urban speed limit, no stops | 30 mph (48 km/h) | 4 min |
| Highway driving · steady 60 mph | 60 mph (97 km/h) | 2 min |
| Interstate / motorway · steady 70 mph | 70 mph (113 km/h) | 1 min 43 s |
Times assume a constant speed with no stops. Use the calculator below for your own speed.
Walking and running 2 miles
An average adult walks at about 3 mph (5 km/h), so 2 miles takes roughly 40 min. A brisk pace of 4 mph cuts that to 30 min, and a relaxed stroll at 2.5 mph stretches it to 48 min. Not sure how fast you walk? Measure it with the walking speed tool.
In steps, 2 miles is about 4,000–5,000 steps, depending on your height and stride length. Taller people and runners take fewer, longer steps per mile.
On a standard 400-meter running track, 2 miles is about 8 laps (10,560 feet or 3,520 yards).
Calculate the time for your speed
Change the speed to match your pace, your bike or your car, and the calculator shows how long 2 miles takes.
How far is 2 miles?
- 2 miles = 3.22 kilometers = 3,219 meters
- 2 miles = 10,560 feet = 3,520 yards
- 2 miles = 1.74 nautical miles
Other distances
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to walk 2 miles?
At an average walking pace of 3 mph, 2 miles takes about 40 min. A brisk walker at 4 mph needs about 30 min.
How long does it take to drive 2 miles?
At a steady 60 mph, 2 miles takes 2 min; at 70 mph, 1 min 43 s; and at 30 mph in town, 4 min. Traffic, lights and stops add time.
How many minutes is 2 miles?
It depends on your speed. At 60 mph each mile takes exactly one minute, so 2 miles is 2 minutes of driving. Walking at 3 mph, it’s 40 minutes; running at 6 mph, 20 minutes.
How far is 2 miles in kilometers?
2 miles is 3.22 km (10,560 feet). One mile equals 1.609344 km.
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