How Long Does It Take a Horse to Travel 20 Miles? (Realistic Times by Gait)
How long does it take a horse to travel 20 miles? At a steady walk, most horses cover 20 miles in 5–6 hours of riding time, or 6–8 hours total once you factor in breaks. The basic formula: Distance ÷ Speed = Riding Time — so 20 miles ÷ 4 mph = 5 hours, before …