A quick, accurate conversion plus a table by height and a live calculator for any miles value.
| Height | Stride (approx.) | Steps | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5'0" | 0.629 m | 20,469 | 2h 35m |
| 5'5" | 0.683 m | 18,850 | 2h 35m |
| 5'10" | 0.737 m | 17,469 | 2h 35m |
| 6'3" | 0.791 m | 16,277 | 2h 35m |
8 miles is about 18,392 steps for an average adult walker. Your personal count depends on your stride length - see the height-based table below.
At an average walking pace of 3.1 mph, 8 miles takes roughly 2h 35m.
Yes - taller people have a longer stride, so they need fewer steps to cover the same distance. Shorter people need more. Use the calculator to enter your own height.
Not a standard race distance, but it is a common training or walking goal.