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Swimming pace

Convert swim distance and time into pace per 100 m or 100 yd.

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Results update as you type. The formula and assumptions are explained below the calculator.

Pace per 100 m

2:00

Total swim time30:00
Pace per 501:00
Average speed0.83 m/s
Projected 1,500 m30:00

Estimate only. Pool length, turns and push-offs affect average pace; open-water times are usually slower for the same effort.

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What does this tool do?

Swimmers usually compare sets by pace per 100 m or 100 yd rather than total time. Enter a distance and elapsed time to get that pace, plus the equivalent per-50 split and average speed.

The Formula

Pace per 100 = total seconds ÷ distance × 100

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is swim pace measured per 100?

Per-100 pace is the standard comparison unit in swimming. It keeps sets of different lengths comparable and makes target times easy to calculate.

Does pool length change my pace?

Yes. A 25 m pool has twice as many turns and push-offs as a 50 m pool, which usually makes the same swimmer faster over the shorter course.