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Enter the start and end dates and times. Compare moments in the past or future.
Dates & durations
Date Difference Calculator
Calculate the time between two dates in days, hours, and minutes, with total durations for easy comparison.
Enter two dates and times to compare
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How to calculate a difference in days, hours, and minutes
The tool calculates the absolute difference between two local dates and times, then breaks it down into days, hours, and minutes. It also shows which date comes first and totals in several units.
Automatic date ordering
If you enter the dates in reverse order, the tool still calculates the duration and tells you which came first.
Results in useful units
Alongside the breakdown in days, hours, and minutes, see the total duration in each unit for further calculations.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to help you get accurate results.
Does it include hours and minutes?
Yes. Results include a breakdown of days, hours, and minutes, plus total hours and total minutes.
What if the end date is before the start date?
The tool calculates the absolute difference and tells you that the second date comes before the first.
Are my results saved on a server?
No. Both dates and times are processed instantly in your browser and are never sent to a server.