Hours Calculator
Calculate hours and minutes between two times with an optional break deduction.
If the end time is earlier than the start time, the calculator treats the end time as occurring the next day.
About this tool
What is Hours Calculator?
Calculate elapsed work time between a start time and end time. The calculator can deduct a break in minutes and reports the result as hours and minutes, decimal hours, and total net minutes. If the end time is earlier than the start time, it is treated as occurring on the following day.
How to use
Get your result in a few steps
- 1
Enter the start time.
- 2
Enter the end time.
- 3
Optionally enter a break duration in minutes.
- 4
Click 'Calculate' to see the net duration in hours, minutes, and decimal hours.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Hours Calculator
Can the calculator handle an overnight shift?
Yes. If the end time is earlier than the start time, the calculator treats the end time as occurring the next day.
How is break time handled?
The break duration you enter in minutes is subtracted from the total elapsed time.
What are decimal hours?
Decimal hours express minutes as a fraction of an hour. For example, 30 minutes equals 0.5 hours.
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