Time to Decimal Calculator

Turn a work shift or clock duration into decimal hours for your timesheet. Free and instant.

Hours & Minutes → Decimal

Decimal hours1.5000

Decimal → Hours & Minutes

Result1h 30m

Why convert time to decimal?

When you log a shift on a timesheet, payroll needs a single decimal number, not “7h 30m.” Converting makes the math straightforward: multiply decimal hours by your hourly rate to get gross pay. The converter above handles both directions.

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert a shift time to decimal hours?

Take the total elapsed time of the shift and enter it as hours and minutes above. For example, an 8-hour 45-minute shift becomes 8.75 decimal hours.

What is 7 hours 30 minutes in decimal?

7 hours 30 minutes = 7.5 decimal hours (30 ÷ 60 = 0.5). Enter 7 and 30 to confirm.

Can I convert decimal hours back to a shift length?

Yes. Use the right-hand converter: 7.5 decimal hours becomes 7 hours 30 minutes.