Hours Calculator
Work out a shift's length in hours and minutes and as decimal hours for a timesheet.
| Time worked | 8 h 0 min |
|---|---|
| Decimal hours | 8 |
How to use it
- Enter start and end times. An end time earlier than the start counts as the next day.
- Enter unpaid break minutes.
- Add your hourly rate to see the pay for the shift.
Formula
Minutes = end − start (+24 h if overnight) − breakDecimal hours = minutes ÷ 60
Example
A 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM shift with a 30-minute break is 8 h 30 min − 30 min = 8 hours exactly.
Questions
How do I convert minutes to decimal hours?
Divide by 60. 45 minutes = 0.75 hours, 20 minutes ≈ 0.33 hours.
Does this handle overtime?
It shows total hours. Overtime rules depend on your state and employer.
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