Overnight Shift Calculator
Overnight schedules are easy to misread because the shift spans two calendar days. This page is tailored for night crews who need accurate cross-midnight totals.
How Overnight Logic Works
If end time is earlier than start time, the calculator treats end time as next-day time automatically. Then it subtracts unpaid breaks.
For long night shifts with multiple meal periods, pair this with the work-hours-with-breaks guide so unpaid time is removed correctly.
Overnight Examples
10:00 PM to 6:00 AM, 30-minute break: 7h 30m paid.
11:30 PM to 7:30 AM, 45-minute break: 7h 15m paid.
8:00 PM to 4:00 AM, no break: 8h 00m paid.
Operational Tip
For weekly payroll accuracy, log overnight shifts on the day the shift starts and verify totals at week close.
FAQ
What entry pattern should I use for a cross-midnight shift?
Enter real start and end times. When end time is earlier than start, the calculator treats it as next-day time.
Do overnight hours still count toward weekly overtime?
Yes. Overnight hours are still worked hours and contribute to weekly overtime totals.
Does break deduction work differently at night?
No. Unpaid break minutes are deducted the same way for day and overnight shifts.