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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 — if the shift crosses midnight, the end time will be on the following day.

Is break time deducted from paid time?

Yes — the result shows both the clock-out time and your net paid hours.

Can I enter fractional hours?

Yes — use decimal values like 7.5 for seven and a half hours.

Results are estimates for planning purposes only.

How to calculate your shift end time

Enter your shift start time, your total shift duration in hours, and any unpaid break time in minutes. The calculator instantly shows when your shift ends and how many hours you'll be paid for.

The formula is: End time = Start time + Shift duration. Paid hours = Shift duration − Unpaid break time.

Common shift end times — quick reference

Start time8 hr shift (30 min break)10 hr shift (30 min break)12 hr shift (30 min break)
6:00 AM2:00 PM · 7.5 paid hrs4:00 PM · 9.5 paid hrs6:00 PM · 11.5 paid hrs
7:00 AM3:00 PM · 7.5 paid hrs5:00 PM · 9.5 paid hrs7:00 PM · 11.5 paid hrs
8:00 AM4:00 PM · 7.5 paid hrs6:00 PM · 9.5 paid hrs8:00 PM · 11.5 paid hrs
9:00 AM5:00 PM · 7.5 paid hrs7:00 PM · 9.5 paid hrs9:00 PM · 11.5 paid hrs
2:00 PM10:00 PM · 7.5 paid hrs12:00 AM · 9.5 paid hrs2:00 AM · 11.5 paid hrs
3:00 PM11:00 PM · 7.5 paid hrs1:00 AM · 9.5 paid hrs3:00 AM · 11.5 paid hrs
10:00 PM6:00 AM · 7.5 paid hrs8:00 AM · 9.5 paid hrs10:00 AM · 11.5 paid hrs
11:00 PM7:00 AM · 7.5 paid hrs9:00 AM · 9.5 paid hrs11:00 AM · 11.5 paid hrs

Shift types and typical schedules

Day shift

Typically 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. Standard in offices, retail, manufacturing, and most business environments. Full daylight hours — most common shift type in the US.

Swing shift (afternoon shift)

Typically 3:00 PM–11:00 PM or 4:00 PM–12:00 AM. Common in hospitality, retail, manufacturing, and emergency services. Catches the evening rush in consumer-facing industries.

Night shift (graveyard shift)

Typically 11:00 PM–7:00 AM or 12:00 AM–8:00 AM. Common in healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, and security. Night shift differential pay — typically 10–15% extra — is standard in many industries.

12-hour shifts

Common in healthcare, emergency services, and some manufacturing environments. Typical patterns are 7:00 AM–7:00 PM (day) and 7:00 PM–7:00 AM (night). Employees typically work 3–4 shifts per week rather than 5.

Split shifts

Two separate work periods in one day — for example 6:00–10:00 AM and 4:00–8:00 PM. Common in food service and transportation. Some states require split shift premium pay when the gap between periods exceeds one hour.

Shift pay calculations

Once you know your paid hours, multiply by your hourly rate for gross shift pay. For weekly totals, add paid hours across all shifts worked that week.

Shift typeTypical paid hrsAt $18/hrAt $22/hrAt $28/hr
8-hr shift (30 min break)7.5 hrs$135$165$210
8-hr shift (no break)8.0 hrs$144$176$224
10-hr shift (30 min break)9.5 hrs$171$209$266
12-hr shift (30 min break)11.5 hrs$207$253$322
12-hr shift (1 hr break)11.0 hrs$198$242$308

Frequently asked questions about shift calculations

How do I calculate when my shift ends?

Enter your shift start time and total shift duration in hours. Add your unpaid break time in minutes. The calculator shows your exact shift end time and total paid hours.

Does the shift calculator handle overnight shifts?

Yes — if your shift crosses midnight, the end time correctly shows the following day. For example, a shift starting at 10:00 PM for 8 hours ends at 6:00 AM the next morning.

What is the difference between shift length and paid hours?

Shift length is the 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 lunch = 8.5 paid hours.

How many hours is a standard shift?

Most full-time shifts are 8 hours. Retail and hospitality commonly use 6, 8, and 10-hour shifts. Healthcare and manufacturing often use 12-hour shifts with longer breaks built in.

How do I calculate overtime if I work a long shift?

Federal law requires overtime pay (1.5x your regular rate) for hours over 40 in a workweek — not per shift. California also requires daily overtime for shifts over 8 hours. Use the Overtime Calculator to find your exact overtime pay.

What is a rotating shift schedule?

A rotating shift schedule cycles employees through morning, afternoon, and overnight shifts on a regular pattern — weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. This calculator helps you find end times for any shift in the rotation.

How do I calculate my weekly hours from shift records?

Add your paid hours from each shift across the week. If you work five 8-hour shifts with 30-minute unpaid lunches, your weekly total is 5 × 7.5 = 37.5 paid hours. Use the Working Hours Counter for multi-day calculations.

Can I use this calculator for 12-hour shifts?

Yes — enter your start time, set duration to 12 hours, and add your break time. A 12-hour shift starting at 7:00 AM with a 30-minute break ends at 7:00 PM with 11.5 paid hours.

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