Do alligators run faster than humans on the land?

Alligators can run surprisingly fast for short distances, reaching speeds of up to 11 miles per hour (18 km/h) on land. In comparison, the average human running speed is around 8 miles per hour (13 km/h), with elite sprinters reaching up to 27 miles per hour (43 km/h) for short bursts. However, alligators are not built for sustained running, so while they can outpace humans in a sprint, they are not faster over long distances.