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Shift Calculator

Enter your shift start time, duration in hours, and break length to find your end time.

Shift Calculator FAQ

Does it handle overnight shifts?

Yes โ€” if the shift crosses midnight, the end time will be on the following day.

Is break time deducted from paid time?

Yes โ€” the result shows both the clock-out time and your net paid hours.

Can I enter fractional hours?

Yes โ€” use decimal values like 7.5 for seven and a half hours.

Results are estimates for planning purposes only.

Common shift end times reference

Start time8 hr shift (30 min break)10 hr shift (30 min break)12 hr shift (30 min break)
6:00 AM2:30 PM4:30 PM6:30 PM
7:00 AM3:30 PM5:30 PM7:30 PM
8:00 AM4:30 PM6:30 PM8:30 PM
9:00 AM5:30 PM7:30 PM9:30 PM
10:00 PM6:30 AM8:30 AM10:30 AM
11:00 PM7:30 AM9:30 AM11:30 AM

Notes on shift pay calculations

Paid hours are your total shift length minus any unpaid break time. A 30-minute unpaid break on an 8-hour shift leaves 7.5 paid hours.

Overnight or 'graveyard' shifts that start after midnight and end before noon are common in healthcare, manufacturing, and hospitality. This calculator handles cross-midnight shifts correctly.

Frequently asked questions

How do I calculate when my shift ends?

Enter your shift start time and your total shift duration in hours. Add your break duration in minutes. The calculator shows when your shift ends and your net paid hours.

Does the shift calculator handle overnight shifts?

Yes โ€” if your shift crosses midnight, the end time will show correctly on the following day.

What is the difference between shift length and paid hours?

Shift length is your total time from clock-in to clock-out. Paid hours is shift length minus any unpaid break time. A 9-hour shift with a 30-minute unpaid break = 8.5 paid hours.

How many hours is a standard shift?

Most standard full-time shifts are 8 hours. Retail and hospitality often use 6, 8, and 10-hour shifts. Healthcare and manufacturing often use 12-hour shifts.

What is a rotating shift schedule?

A rotating shift schedule cycles employees through different shift times โ€” for example, morning, afternoon, and overnight โ€” on a regular pattern. This calculator helps employees find their end time for any of the rotation shifts.

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