Reading Time Calculator
Calculate how long it will take to read a book and plan your reading schedule
📖 Total Reading Time
Typical lengths: Novels (200-400), Non-fiction (250-350), Textbooks (300-600)
⏱️ Total Reading Time
Reading Speed Summary
At your reading speed of 30 pages per hour, this 300-page book will take approximately 10 hours and 0 minutes to complete.
📅 Book Reading Duration
How many days will it take based on your daily reading time?
📊 Reading Schedule
Reading Plan
Reading 1h 0m per day, you'll read 30 pages daily and complete this book in 10 days (approximately 1.4 weeks).
Understanding Reading Time
How Reading Time is Calculated
Reading time is calculated using your reading speed (pages per minute) and the book's length. The formula is simple: Total Time = Book Length ÷ Reading Speed.
Factors Affecting Reading Speed
- •Content complexity and difficulty level
- •Your familiarity with the subject matter
- •Reading purpose (leisure vs. study)
- •Environment and concentration level
Reading Speed Categories
📚 Slow Readers
15 pages/hour (0.25 pages/minute). Often applies to complex academic texts or when reading for deep comprehension.
📖 Average Readers
30 pages/hour (0.5 pages/minute). Most adults read fiction and non-fiction at this pace with good comprehension.
⚡ Quick Readers
45+ pages/hour (0.75+ pages/minute). Experienced readers who can maintain speed while retaining comprehension.
Reading Time Examples
Harry Potter (300 pages)
Slow: 20 hours
Average: 10 hours
Quick: 7 hours
Business Book (250 pages)
Slow: 17 hours
Average: 8 hours
Quick: 6 hours
Textbook (500 pages)
Slow: 33 hours
Average: 17 hours
Quick: 11 hours
Note: These calculations provide estimates. Actual reading time may vary based on content difficulty, comprehension goals, and personal reading habits.
Quick Examples
The Great Gatsby
Length: 180 pages
Average reader: 6 hours
1 hour daily: 6 days
Academic Textbook
Length: 400 pages
Slow reader: 27 hours
2 hours daily: 14 days
Reading Efficiency Tips
Set Reading Goals
Plan daily pages or time to maintain consistent progress.
Create a Reading Schedule
Allocate specific times for reading to build a habit.
Track Your Progress
Monitor pages read daily to stay motivated.
Adjust for Difficulty
Allow extra time for complex or technical content.
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