Free work time calculator
Shift Hours Calculator
Calculate work hours from start, end, and break times. Overnight shifts are detected automatically.
Shift hours calculator inputs
Hours worked
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How to use this shift hours calculator
- Enter your start time.
- Enter your end time.
- Enter your unpaid break in minutes.
- Your total work time updates automatically.
Example
| Start time | 8:30 AM |
|---|---|
| End time | 5:00 PM |
| Break | 30 minutes |
| Hours worked | 8 hr 00 min |
| Decimal hours | 8.00 |
Overnight shifts
If your end time is earlier than your start time, the calculator automatically treats the end time as the following day.
Example: 10:00 PM → 6:00 AM = 8 hr 00 min.
What are decimal hours?
Decimal hours express minutes as part of an hour. For example, 7 hours 30 minutes equals 7.50 hours.
Frequently asked questions
Does this calculator work for overnight shifts?
Yes. If the end time is earlier than the start time, the calculator treats the end time as the following day.
Does break time reduce my worked hours?
Yes. Enter your unpaid break in minutes and it will be deducted from the shift length.
What are decimal hours?
Decimal hours express minutes as part of an hour. For example, 7 hours 30 minutes is 7.50 hours.
Do you store my information?
The information you enter for this calculation is processed in your browser and is not sent to Small Crew Tools for the calculation. See the Privacy Policy for current information about site data practices.