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The Speed Formula

Speed = distance ÷ time.

Worked example

A trip covers 150 miles in 2.5 hours.

150 ÷ 2.5 = 60

Speed: 60 mph

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the speed, distance, time formula?

Speed = distance ÷ time. Rearranged, distance = speed × time, and time = distance ÷ speed.

How do you find average speed for a trip with different speeds?

Average speed is total distance divided by total time, not a simple average of the individual speeds — this matters most when the same speeds are held for different amounts of time.

What units should I use?

Any units work as long as they're consistent — miles and hours, kilometers and hours, or meters and seconds all give a valid speed, as long as distance and time use matching units.

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