Hiking Time Calculator
Ever stood at the start of a walk wondering, “How long is this actually going to take me?” Same.
Whether you’re heading out for a quick wander with the kids or a big leg-burner in the hills, having a rough idea of how long your hike will take can make all the difference – especially when you’re chasing views and daylight.
This handy little calculator is based on Naismith’s Rule, a well-known way to estimate hiking time using distance and elevation. And if you hike at a different pace (we all do!), I’ve added an option to adjust for that too – whether you’re in slow-plod mode or powering up like a mountain goat.
Estimated Hiking Time (Naismith’s Rule)
This first version of the calculator uses the classic Naismith’s Rule:
- 1 hour for every 5km (3 miles), plus 1 hour for every 600m (2,000ft) of ascent
So, if you’re doing a 10km route with 600m of elevation gain, you’re looking at about 2 hours hiking time.
Use the calculator below to try it out for your next route:
https://www.mymountainsandme.com/blog/hiking-time-calculator
