Marathon in steps
How many steps in a marathon?
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Short answer
A marathon (42.2 km, 26.2 miles) is about 56,260 steps for an average adult, or roughly 52,140 to 67,780 depending on height. Walking it takes about 9 h 23 min at a brisk 100 steps a minute.
- Steps
- 56,260
- 0.75 m average step
- Miles
- 26.2
- Brisk walk
- 9 h 23 min
- at 100 steps/min
- Calories
- 2,363
- kcal at 70 kg
Steps in a marathon by height
Step length is roughly 0.415 × your height. Taller walkers need fewer steps for the same distance.
| Height | Step length | Steps |
|---|---|---|
| 150 cm (4′11″) | 62 cm | 67,780 |
| 155 cm (5′1″) | 64 cm | 65,600 |
| 160 cm (5′3″) | 66 cm | 63,550 |
| 165 cm (5′5″) | 68 cm | 61,620 |
| 170 cm (5′7″) | 71 cm | 59,810 |
| 175 cm (5′9″) | 73 cm | 58,100 |
| 180 cm (5′11″) | 75 cm | 56,490 |
| 185 cm (6′1″) | 77 cm | 54,960 |
| 190 cm (6′3″) | 79 cm | 53,510 |
| 195 cm (6′5″) | 81 cm | 52,140 |
How long does it take to walk a marathon?
| Pace | Steps per minute | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Relaxed stroll | 80 | 11 h 43 min |
| Brisk walk | 100 | 9 h 23 min |
| Fast walk | 120 | 7 h 49 min |
Calories burned walking a marathon
| Body weight | Calories |
|---|---|
| 50 kg (110 lb) | 1,688 kcal |
| 60 kg (132 lb) | 2,025 kcal |
| 70 kg (154 lb) | 2,363 kcal |
| 80 kg (176 lb) | 2,700 kcal |
| 90 kg (198 lb) | 3,038 kcal |
| 100 kg (220 lb) | 3,376 kcal |
| 110 kg (243 lb) | 3,713 kcal |
Convert your own distance
Enter a distance, then your height for a personal step count.
Distance to steps
- Steps
- 56,267
- Kilometres
- 42
- Miles
- 26
- Calories
- 2,363 kcal
Walking time: 11 h 43 min at 80 steps/min · 9 h 23 min at 100 steps/min · 7 h 49 min at 120 steps/min.
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Steps in other distances
Step counts near 42 km
Frequently asked questions
How many steps are in a marathon?
About 56,260 steps using the 0.75 m average adult step. Taller people take longer steps and need fewer: roughly 52,140 at 195 cm tall and 67,780 at 150 cm.
How long does it take to walk a marathon?
About 9 h 23 min at a brisk 100 steps a minute, 11 h 43 min at a relaxed 80 and 7 h 49 min at a fast 120 steps a minute.
How many calories does walking a marathon burn?
Roughly 2,363 kcal for a 70 kg adult, from about 1,688 kcal at 50 kg to 3,713 kcal at 110 kg. It is an estimate: pace, hills and fitness change the real number.
How do I find my own step length?
Walk a measured distance, such as 10 metres or a running track lap, at your normal pace and count your steps. Divide the distance by the steps. Or use 0.415 × your height as a starting estimate, which is what this page and the step counter do.
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