📖 Reading Time Calculator
How long will that chapter, article or speech take? Enter the word count (or pages) and a reading speed.
How the Reading Time Calculator works
Time is the number of words divided by words per minute. An average adult reads English non-fiction silently at about 238 words per minute (Brysbaert, 2019) and speaks at about 130.
Step-by-step calculation
- 1Enter words or pages.
- 2Choose a reading speed.
- 3Divide words by words per minute.
Worked example
2,500 words at an average 238 words per minute takes about 10 minutes 30 seconds; read aloud at 130 wpm it takes about 19 minutes.
Reading Time Calculator examples
| Amount | Reading time |
|---|---|
| 1,250 | 5 min 15 sec |
| 1,875 | 7 min 53 sec |
| 2,500 | 10 min 30 sec |
| 3,125 | 13 min 8 sec |
| 3,750 | 15 min 45 sec |
Other inputs kept at the calculator's default values. Results calculated by this calculator.
Why use a Reading Time Calculator?
Plan study time, reading assignments or speeches.
Important factors that can affect your results
- Text difficulty.
- Reading for study vs pleasure.
- Language.
Frequently asked questions
How many words are on a book page?
A typical paperback page has roughly 250–300 words, so this tool uses 275 when you enter pages.
How can I read faster?
Practice and familiarity with the topic help most. Comprehension usually drops at very high speeds.
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