Hours Between Times

Calculate the exact hours and minutes between any two times. Perfect for time tracking!

Calculate Time Duration

How to Calculate Hours Between Times

1

Enter Start Time

Enter the beginning time of the period you want to measure.

2

Enter End Time

Enter the ending time. Works for same-day or overnight periods.

3

Get Results

See the duration in hours, minutes, and decimal format.

Common Time Durations

Reference table for typical work and activity durations

Period Duration Decimal
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 8h 0m 8.00
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM 8h 30m 8.50
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 8h 0m 8.00
7:00 AM - 3:30 PM 8h 30m 8.50
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 3h 0m 3.00
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM 4h 0m 4.00
10:00 PM - 6:00 AM 8h 0m 8.00 (overnight)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Enter your start time and end time using the time inputs. Click "Calculate Duration" to see the total hours and minutes between the two times, plus the decimal equivalent for payroll.

Decimal time expresses minutes as a fraction of an hour. For example, 30 minutes = 0.5 hours, 15 minutes = 0.25 hours. This format is commonly used in payroll systems for easier calculation of pay.

Yes! If the end time is earlier than the start time, the calculator assumes the shift crosses midnight and calculates accordingly. For example, 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM = 8 hours.

Divide the minutes by 60. Common conversions: 15 min = 0.25, 30 min = 0.50, 45 min = 0.75. Our calculator does this automatically for you.

Calculate Hours Between Two Times

Need to know how many hours are between two times? Our hours between times calculator instantly gives you the duration in hours, minutes, and decimal format.

Why Calculate Time Duration?

  • Work hours: Track how long you've worked for accurate pay
  • Project tracking: Measure time spent on tasks
  • Billing: Calculate billable hours for clients
  • Scheduling: Plan activities and appointments

Understanding Decimal Hours

Decimal hours are used in payroll and billing because they're easier to multiply by hourly rates. Here's a quick reference:

  • 15 minutes = 0.25 hours
  • 30 minutes = 0.50 hours
  • 45 minutes = 0.75 hours

Formula

The formula to calculate hours between two times is:

Duration = End Time - Start Time

If the result is negative (overnight shift), add 24 hours to get the correct duration.