Calories burned during Cycling moderate — calculator and tables
Cycling moderate is estimated at about 8 METs. A 70 kg person may burn roughly 294 calories in 30 minutes or 588 calories in 60 minutes.
Cycling moderate calorie calculator
Enter your body weight and duration to estimate calories burned for your own session.
Formula: calories per minute ≈ MET × 3.5 × body weight in kg ÷ 200.
Estimated burn
| Session | — |
| Calories / minute | — |
Calories by body weight
| Body weight | 30 minutes | 60 minutes | 90 minutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 kg / 121 lb | 231 kcal | 462 kcal | 693 kcal |
| 70 kg / 154 lb | 294 kcal | 588 kcal | 882 kcal |
| 85 kg / 187 lb | 357 kcal | 714 kcal | 1071 kcal |
| 100 kg / 220 lb | 420 kcal | 840 kcal | 1260 kcal |
Calories by duration for a 70 kg person
| Duration | Estimated calories |
|---|---|
| 10 minutes | 98 kcal |
| 15 minutes | 147 kcal |
| 30 minutes | 294 kcal |
| 45 minutes | 441 kcal |
| 60 minutes | 588 kcal |
| 90 minutes | 882 kcal |
What changes the calorie burn?
Body weight, pace, technique, slope, resistance, rest time and fitness level can all change the real energy cost. MET values are averages, so the number is best used for planning rather than precision.
How to use Cycling moderate in a weight-management plan
- Choose a frequency you can repeat consistently.
- Increase time, pace or resistance gradually.
- Do not automatically eat back every exercise calorie if fat loss is the goal.
- Use weekly trends in body weight, waist and fitness, not one workout number.
- Balance activity with sleep, recovery and enough protein.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories does cycling moderate burn in 30 minutes?
For a 70 kg adult, cycling moderate at about 8 METs burns roughly 294 calories in 30 minutes. Heavier bodies usually burn more and lighter bodies usually burn less.
How many calories does cycling moderate burn in 60 minutes?
For a 70 kg adult, cycling moderate burns roughly 588 calories in 60 minutes using the MET estimate.
Is cycling moderate good for weight loss?
Cycling moderate can support weight loss when it helps create a sustainable calorie deficit. Food intake, consistency, recovery and total weekly activity matter more than one session estimate.
Why are calorie-burn estimates different across watches and calculators?
Different tools use different assumptions for METs, heart rate, body size, efficiency and intensity. Treat every result as an estimate, not a precise measurement.
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Method and sources
Estimates use standard MET-based calculations and the EKCal methodology. See Sources & Methodology. This page was last reviewed 2026-07-09.