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Speed Effect in Minecraft
Speed status effect in Minecraft: what it does, the Java and Bedrock effect commands and how to remove it.
| Type | Status effect |
|---|
Data checked Nov 6, 2026
Speed is a beneficial status effect in Minecraft. Increases movement speed. You can get it from potions, food, beacons, mobs or commands. This page shows the effect, how to apply it with a command on Java Edition and Bedrock Edition and common questions.
Speed at a glance
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Beneficial |
| Effect | Increases movement speed |
| ID | speed |
Speed command
Java Edition
/effect give @s speed 60 1Bedrock Edition
/effect @s speed 60 1The first number is the duration in seconds and the second is the amplifier, where 0 is level I and 1 is level II. Add true at the end to hide the particles. Build any combination with the effect command generator and clear it with /effect clear @s. The /effect wiki page has the full syntax.
How to get Speed without commands
Look at the potions guide for brewing recipes, and remember that beacons, golden apples, suspicious stew and some mobs also apply effects.
Speed FAQ
What does Speed do in Minecraft?
Increases movement speed.
What is the Speed effect command?
On Java use /effect give @s speed 60 1. On Bedrock use /effect @s speed 60 1.
How do I remove Speed?
Run /effect clear @s speed on Java, or /effect @s clear on Bedrock, or drink milk.