What is a good average cycling speed?

Average cycling speeds: beginners 15–20 km/h on flat terrain, recreational cyclists 20–25 km/h, experienced cyclists 25–30 km/h, and competitive road cyclists 35–45 km/h. Hills, wind, and bike type greatly affect speed.

How many calories does cycling burn?

Cycling at moderate intensity (15–20 km/h) burns approximately 400–600 kcal per hour for an average adult. Intensity, terrain, and body weight all affect the calorie burn.

How do I calculate commuting time by bike?

Divide your distance by your average speed to get time. Include extra time for traffic lights, hills, and getting ready. A 10 km commute at 15 km/h takes about 40 minutes including stops.

Cycling Calculator

Name: Cycling Calculator
Author: Miikka

Calculate cycling speed, distance, time, and calories burned. Enter any two values to calculate the third and plan your rides.

By Miikka · CalcBrew · Updated Sep 16, 2026

Bike type

Terrain type

Distance: 19 mi

1 mi190 mi

Average speed: 14 mph

528 mph

Weight: 176 lb

90 lb330 lb

Fuel price: 3.50 $/gal

2.006.00 $/gal

⏱️

1h 22min

Ride time

🔥

1091 kcal

Calories

🌱

7.9 lb

CO₂ saved vs. car

💰

$1.34

Money saved

📅 Annual stats (if you ride 3× × per week for this distance)

2,908 mi

Miles per year

170,000 kcal

Calories per year

$209

Savings vs. car

1,238 lb

CO₂ saved

⚡ Power zones by speed

< 10 mphEasy — warm-upMET 6

10–12 mphModerate — base enduranceMET 8

12–15 mphBrisk — enduranceMET 10

15–17 mphHard — anaerobic thresholdMET 12

> 17 mphRace pace — maximum effortMET 14

📌 Calorie calculation is based on MET values adjusted for speed, terrain, and bike type. Actual consumption varies with wind, temperature, and fitness. CO₂ savings are estimates compared to an average car (120 g/km).

The cycling calculator estimates the calories burned on a ride, the time it takes and the CO₂ emissions you save compared with driving. Enter your distance and a few details to see how much you move and how much you spare the environment.

How the calculator works and what it’s for▾

How the cycling figures are calculated

Calorie burn depends on distance, pace, duration and your weight: a heavier rider and a faster tempo burn more energy. Time is derived from distance and average speed.

The CO₂ saving is based on the emissions an equivalent car trip would have produced. The more commuting and errand kilometres you cycle instead of drive, the larger the saving grows.

What you enter and what you get

You typically provide distance and pace or duration, plus your weight. In return you get an estimate of calories burned, travel time and emissions saved.

These figures let you compare cycling with other ways of getting around, both for health and for the environment.

What it is used for

The tool suits bike commuters, fitness enthusiasts and anyone who wants to track activity or stay motivated to drive less.

It makes it tangible how everyday bike trips add up to both fitness and climate benefits.

Good to know

The results are estimates, since real consumption is affected by terrain, headwind, bike type and your fitness. Treat the numbers as guidance rather than precise measurement.

When comparing savings, remember that emissions also depend on the vehicle you would otherwise have used.

🔄 Reviewed June 2026

Frequently asked questions

Cite this calculator

APACalcBrew. (2026). Cycling Calculator. https://calcbrew.com/cycling-calculator

MLA“Cycling Calculator.” CalcBrew, 2026, calcbrew.com/cycling-calculator.

Link to https://calcbrew.com/cycling-calculator. Results are estimates; cite the underlying formula or data source for academic work.

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