Hours Between Times

Compute elapsed hours between times.

Calculate hours between two times instantly. Free hours calculator for shifts and travel.

About Hours Between

Compute elapsed hours between times.

Supports same-day and overnight ranges.

Where it is used

Shift lengths, travel, downtime.

How to use the Hours Between

Start Time (HH:MM) — enter the value (e.g. 09:00).
End Time (HH:MM) — enter the value (e.g. 17:30).
Crosses Midnight? — enter the value.
Calculate — press the Calculate button to see the result instantly above.

Formula

(end - start) in minutes, +1440 if overnight.

Examples

Example

start:09:00

end:17:30

cross:no

Result: 8h 30m (8.50 hours)

Frequently Asked Questions

Overnight shift?: Enable "crosses midnight" so 22:00–06:00 = 8h.