Date & Time

Time Duration Calculator

Add, subtract and convert hours, minutes and seconds.

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Results update instantly as you type — no submit needed.

Results
Result
4:05:45
Decimal hours
4.0958
Total minutes
245.75
Total seconds
14,745

Quick answer

Convert both durations to seconds, add or subtract, then convert back to hours, minutes and seconds.

How to use the Time Duration Calculator

  1. 1Enter the first duration as HH:MM:SS.
  2. 2Enter the second duration.
  3. 3Choose add or subtract.

Frequently asked questions

Why is 1:30 not 1.30 hours?

Minutes are sixtieths, so 1:30 is 1.5 decimal hours. Payroll and billing always use the decimal form.

Can I enter durations over 24 hours?

Yes — the hours field is not capped, so 36:00:00 is valid.