Words to Time Calculator
Estimate how long an audiobook will be based on word count and reading speed.
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Estimated Audiobook Length
About this calculator
- The average speaking rate for audiobooks is typically between 150-160 words per minute.
- Professional narrators might read at a slightly faster pace, around 170-180 words per minute.
- The actual length may vary depending on the narrator's style, pauses, and the complexity of the text.
Common Audiobook Durations
Words in a...
- 1-minute audiobook: ~150 words
- 5-minute audiobook: ~750 words
- 15-minute audiobook: ~2,250 words
- 30-minute audiobook: ~4,500 words
Duration of...
- 1,000 words: ~6-7 minutes
- 5,000 words: ~33-35 minutes
- 10,000 words: ~66-70 minutes
- 50,000 words (short novel): ~5.5-6 hours
Quick Tips for Audiobook Length Estimation
- Multiply the word count by 0.007 for a rough estimate of hours (based on 150 words per minute).
- Remember that final audio length can be affected by factors like dialogue, narrative style, and genre.
- For more accurate estimates, consider timing a sample reading of your specific text.
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