40 Minute Timer

A 40 minute (2,400 second) countdown is ready. Press "Start" — an alarm sounds when time is up, and the end time is shown on screen.

40:00

Presets

Sound

Set the time

What can you do in 40 minutes?

  • A class period
  • Oven-baked pastry
  • A work block

40 Minutes in other units

Seconds2,400
Minutes40
Hours0.6667
Milliseconds2,400,000

When will it end?

The timer shows its end time as soon as you press start. Some examples of when 40 minutes runs out:

StartEnds at
09:0009:40
12:3013:10
18:0018:40
22:4523:25

What happens in that time?

Walking (3 mph)2 mi
Running (6 mph)4 mi
Heartbeats (70 per minute)about 2,800
Distance light travels447.08 million mi
Share of a day2.78%

Based on typical averages; individual values vary.

For any other length, use the main online timer, or convert time units with the time converter.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many seconds are in 40 minutes?
40 minutes = 2,400 seconds = 40 minutes = 0.6667 hours.

Does the 40 minute timer keep running in the background?
Yes. It follows the real clock, so it ends on time even if you switch tabs. Just keep the tab open; on phones use "Keep screen awake".

Can I use my own music as the alarm sound?
Yes. Choose "Your own sound" in the sound menu and pick an audio file from your device. It's stored only in this browser and never uploaded.