Speed and distance depend on your strength, the type of skateboard, your riding style, and the roads on which you ride. Longboards are designed for commuting long distances and short distances, so if you own one, you can go 9 mph or more, while the distance you can cover depends on your strength. You can go anywhere from 6 to 12 mph with a skateboard, depending on your pushing effort. In addition, the distance you can cover also depends on your strength.