Break Time Calculator

Calculate total time from clock-in to clock-out, then subtract unpaid break minutes (for example 30 or 60 for lunch). The remainder is usually what counts toward paid hours unless your employer rounds or has a different policy.

In many places, short breaks under about 20 minutes are paid; longer meal breaks often are not. Rules vary by country and state. This tool gives elapsed time between two times so you can apply your local rules and employer handbook.

Yes. Find the gross span with start and end times, then mentally subtract each unpaid break, or run the calculation for segments before and after breaks and add the paid portions.