How long is a shift from 9 to 5:30 with a half-hour lunch? This answers that kind of question in a second.
Hours calculator
Enter a start and end time. Shifts that end the next morning work automatically.
How it works
End time minus start time, in minutes. If the end is earlier than the start, the shift crossed midnight, so 24 hours are added. Then the break comes off.
9:00 AM to 5:30 PM is 8 hours 30 minutes. Less a 30-minute unpaid lunch, that is 8 hours, or 8.00 decimal hours.
Common shifts
| Shift | Hours (no break taken out) |
|---|---|
| 9 AM to 5 PM | 8 |
| 8 AM to 5 PM | 9 |
| 7 AM to 3:30 PM | 8.5 |
| 7 AM to 7 PM | 12 |
| 11 PM to 7 AM | 8 |
For a whole week with overtime, use the time card calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How many hours is 9 to 5?
8 hours. With a 30-minute unpaid lunch, 7.5 hours of work.
How do I calculate hours for a night shift?
Enter the start and end times; if the end is earlier, the calculator adds 24 hours.
How many hours is 7 to 3:30?
8.5 hours, or 8 hours after a 30-minute unpaid break.