Elapsed Time Word Problems ⏰
Instructions: Read each problem carefully. Work out the elapsed time or the end time. Show your working.
1. Sarah started reading at 2:00 pm. She finished at 3:30 pm. How long did she read for?
Answer: _______________________________
2. The school assembly began at 9:15 am and lasted for 45 minutes. What time did it finish?
Answer: _______________________________
3. James left home at 8:20 am and arrived at school at 8:50 am. How long was his journey?
Answer: _______________________________
4. The cricket match started at 1:00 pm. It lasted for 2 hours and 15 minutes. What time did it end?
Answer: _______________________________
5. Mia's piano lesson started at 4:45 pm and finished at 5:30 pm. How long was her lesson?
Answer: _______________________________
6. The movie began at 6:40 pm and ran for 1 hour and 50 minutes. What time did the movie finish?
Answer: _______________________________
7. Tom started his homework at 3:15 pm and finished at 4:00 pm. How much time did he spend on homework?
Answer: _______________________________
8. The bus departed at 10:25 am. The journey took 1 hour and 35 minutes. What time did the bus arrive?
Answer: _______________________________
Tip: Remember there are 60 minutes in 1 hour. Use a number line or clock face to help you work out the time.