Hours Calculator
Work out how many hours are between two times, minus any break.
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How to calculate hours worked
- Enter the start and end of the shift. Overnight shifts are handled automatically.
- Add your unpaid break in minutes (or as 0:45).
- Optionally enter the number of days and an hourly rate to see totals and pay.
Worked example
Hours = (end − start) − break.
8:30 AM to 5:15 PM with a 45-minute lunch: 17:15 − 8:30 = 8:45, minus 0:45 = 8:00 hours. Over 5 days that's 40 hours; at $18/hour, $720.
Minutes to decimal hours
| Minutes | Decimal |
|---|---|
| 15 min | 0.25 |
| 20 min | 0.33 |
| 30 min | 0.50 |
| 40 min | 0.67 |
| 45 min | 0.75 |
Frequently asked questions
How many hours is 9 to 5?
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM is 8 hours. With a 30-minute unpaid lunch it's 7.5 hours.
How many hours is 7 AM to 3:30 PM?
8.5 hours, or 8 hours with a 30-minute break.
How do I calculate hours for a night shift?
Enter the start and end as usual, for example 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM. The calculator adds 24 hours to the end time, giving 8.5 hours before breaks.
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