Time Duration Calculator

Calculate Time Duration

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End Time
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Calculate Duration Between Dates

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End Date and Time
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Understanding Time Duration Calculations

Basic Time Duration

Calculating time duration involves finding the difference between two times while considering:

  • Hours in 12-hour or 24-hour format
  • Minutes (0-59)
  • Seconds (0-59)
  • AM/PM designation for 12-hour format

Common Time Duration Scenarios

Start Time End Time Duration Notes
9:00 AM 5:00 PM 8 hours Standard workday
11:30 PM 1:30 AM 2 hours Crosses midnight
10:45 AM 2:15 PM 3 hours 30 minutes Includes minutes

Tips for Accurate Time Calculations

  1. Always verify AM/PM settings for 12-hour format times
  2. Consider date changes when calculating durations that cross midnight
  3. Remember that minutes and seconds work in base-60, not base-100
  4. For precise measurements, include seconds in your calculations
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