Hours Calculator
NewCalculationFind the duration between two times in hours and minutes, plus the decimal hours and total minutes. Supports overnight shifts. Free and instant.
Duration
8h 30m
Total minutes
510
Decimal hours
8.5
The duration is the time between the two clock times. Decimal hours are the payroll-friendly format like 8.5 instead of 8:30.
What does this calculator compute?
It computes the time between a start and an end clock time. You get the duration in hours and minutes, the total number of minutes and the decimal hours often used for payroll.
How do I use it for an overnight shift?
Turn on the overnight option when work ends on the next day. The calculator then adds the extra 24 hours and returns the correct duration automatically.
What is decimal hours and why use it?
Decimal hours express time as a fraction of an hour, like 8.5 instead of 8 hours 30 minutes. Payroll systems and timesheets commonly expect this format.
Are breaks subtracted automatically?
No — the tool reports the time between the two clock times. To account for an unpaid break, simply adjust your end time by the break length.
Can it handle 24-hour format?
Yes. The time pickers support a 24-hour day, so start and end can be anywhere between 00:00 and 23:59.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hours Calculator?
Calculate the time between two clock times in hours, minutes and decimal form.
How do I use Hours Calculator?
Type or paste your data into the field on this page and press the button. The result is calculated instantly in your browser — nothing is uploaded.
Is Hours Calculator free?
Yes, Hours Calculator is completely free. No signup, no downloads and no usage limits.
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