Shifts

Shift Hours Calculator

Ideal for night and rotating shifts. Enter one shift pattern and how many times it's worked.

Calculator

Result

Hours per shift
7h 30m (7.50 h)
Total for 4 shifts
30h 00m (30.00 h)
Overnight shift
Yes

Finish − start (+24 h because it crosses midnight) − unpaid break. Workers usually need 11 hours' rest between shifts under the Working Time Regulations.

How to use it

  1. Enter shift start and end.
  2. Enter the unpaid break.
  3. Enter how many shifts to total.

Frequently asked questions

How much rest do I need between shifts?

Adult workers are normally entitled to 11 hours' rest in each 24-hour period, with some exceptions for shift work.

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