How Fast Can House Cats Run? Discover Top Speeds and Compare to Other Cats

How fast can house cats run? The average house cat can run at 20 to 25 mph speeds, depending on their breed, size, age, and weight. A house cat in perfect condition can reach a top speed of 30 mph. That is only six mph slower than a leopard.

Comparison Speeds of House Cats to Other Cats

Breed	Top Speed
Housecat	30 mph
Cheetah	70 mph
Lion	46 mph
Cougar	50 mph
Tiger	40 mph
Leopard	36 mph

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Lisa Bohler is a writer for A-Z Animals, where her primary focus is on mammals, amphibians, and reptiles. Lisa has been writing and researching animals for over 12 years and holds a Bachelor's Degree in English and Creative Writing from Liberty University, which she earned in 2021. A resident of Texas, Lisa enjoys fishing, gardening, and caring for the animals on her small hobby farm.

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