Hours Between Two Times Calculator
Calculate hours and minutes between any two times. Works across midnight for shift work.
⏰ Date & Time📐 Duration = End Time - Start Time
Start hour (0-23)
Start minutes
End hour (0-23)
End minutes
Extra days (0=same, 1=next day)
Please enter valid values.
Formula & Reference
| Variable | Formula | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Hours Between Two Times Calculator | Duration = End Time - Start Time | hours:minutes |
Step-by-Step Examples
Example 1
Night Shift
10 PM (22:00) to 6:30 AM.
- Crosses midnight | Duration: 8h 30m
✓ 8h 30m
Example 2
Work Day
9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
- 17:30 - 09:00 = 8h 30m
✓ 8h 30m
Example 3
Long Drive
7:00 AM to 11:45 PM.
- 23:45 - 07:00 = 16h 45m
✓ 16h 45m
Real-World Applications
Shift Workers
Calculate hours for any shift including nights.
Employers
Verify hourly employee time cards.
Travelers
Calculate drive time between departure and arrival.
Project Trackers
Calculate time spent on tasks.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Midnight crossings
11 PM to 7 AM = 8 hours. Calculator adds 24h automatically.
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Break deductions
This calculates total clock time. Subtract unpaid break time separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Calculate hours worked? ▾
End time minus start time. If crossing midnight, add 24h to end time.
Decimal hours? ▾
Divide minutes by 60. 8h 45m = 8.75 decimal hours. Used in payroll.
Midnight shifts? ▾
Enter days=1 for next day, or this calculator auto-detects midnight crossings.