Calories Burned Cycling Calculator
Energy burned on a ride by speed and weight.
Enter your values
Enter the weight in kg.
Enter the duration in min.
Choose one of: Leisure <16 km/h, Light 16-19 km/h, Moderate 19-22 km/h, Vigorous 22-25 km/h, Racing >25 km/h.
Results update instantly as you type — no submit needed. Your values are remembered on this device, and the shareable link reopens the calculator with exactly these numbers.
- Calories burned
- 600 kcal
- Per hour
- 600 kcal
- Fat equivalent
- 0.078 kg
- Carbs to replace 60%
- 90 g
Quick answer
Cycling calorie burn uses METs: energy equals MET value times weight in kg times hours.
kcal = MET x kg x hours
At a glance
| What it does | Energy burned on a ride by speed and weight. |
|---|---|
| Category | Fitness |
| Inputs needed | Weight, Duration, Intensity |
| Main output | Calories burned |
| Formula | kcal = MET x kg x hours |
| Cost | Free — no sign-up, no download |
How to use the Calories Burned Cycling Calculator
- 1Enter your weight and how long you rode.
- 2Pick the intensity band that matches your average speed.
- 3Refuel long rides with about 60 g of carbohydrate per hour.
Inputs explained
- Weight(kg)
- Enter the weight in kg.
- Duration(min)
- Enter the duration in min.
- Intensity
- Choose one of: Leisure <16 km/h, Light 16-19 km/h, Moderate 19-22 km/h, Vigorous 22-25 km/h, Racing >25 km/h.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Weight75 kg
- Duration60 min
- IntensityModerate 19-22 km/h
Results
- Calories burned600 kcal
- Per hour600 kcal
- Fat equivalent0.078 kg
- Carbs to replace 60%90 g
Frequently asked questions
Does wind or hills change it?
Yes — climbing and headwinds raise the effective MET substantially.
Is a power meter better?
Much better: kJ of work is nearly equal to kcal burned for most riders.
What do I need to enter into the Calories Burned Cycling Calculator?
Just 3 values: weight, duration, intensity. Every field starts with a realistic example, so you can change one number at a time and watch the result update instantly.
How does the Calories Burned Cycling Calculator work out the answer?
Cycling calorie burn uses METs: energy equals MET value times weight in kg times hours. It applies the formula kcal = MET x kg x hours and shows the working so you can check each step by hand.
Is the Calories Burned Cycling Calculator free, and do I need an account?
It is completely free with no sign-up, no download and no usage limit. Everything is calculated in your browser, so the numbers you type never leave your device.
Results are estimates for general information. For medical, legal, structural or financial decisions, confirm with a qualified professional.