How to convert minutes to decimal hours
Divide the minutes by 60. So 7 hours 45 minutes is 7 + 45 ÷ 60 = 7.75 hours. Payroll and timesheets usually want decimal hours, so multiply decimal hours by your hourly rate to get pay.
| Minutes | Decimal | Minutes | Decimal |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 0.08 | 35 | 0.58 |
| 10 | 0.17 | 40 | 0.67 |
| 15 | 0.25 | 45 | 0.75 |
| 20 | 0.33 | 50 | 0.83 |
| 25 | 0.42 | 55 | 0.92 |
| 30 | 0.50 | 60 | 1.00 |
Overnight shifts
If the end time is earlier than the start time, the calculator assumes the shift finished the next day. For example, 22:00 to 06:30 with a 30-minute break is 8 hours.
Tracking a whole week with overtime? Use the time card calculator. Turning hours into pay? Try hourly to salary.
Time & Hours Calculator FAQs
How do I calculate hours worked?
Enter the start time, end time and unpaid break. The calculator subtracts the break and shows hours and minutes plus decimal hours.
How many hours is 9am to 5:30pm?
8 hours 30 minutes. With a 30-minute unpaid lunch it is 8 hours (8.00 decimal hours).
How do I add hours and minutes together?
Add each duration in the Add or subtract time box. The total carries minutes over 60 into hours automatically.
What is 1 hour 20 minutes in decimal?
1.33 hours, because 20 ÷ 60 = 0.333.