Convert weeks to hours
Converting weeks to hours is a common time task, whether you are checking a recipe, a spec sheet, a travel distance or a homework problem. Since 1 wk equals 168 h, the math is a single multiplication — and this page does it for you instantly, with the formula, a table of common values and answers to the questions people ask most.
Exact factor
How to convert weeks to hours
To convert weeks to hours, multiply the number of weeks by 168. For example, 10 wk × 168 = 1,680 h.
h = wk × 168
- Write down the value in weeks you want to convert.
- Multiply it by 168 (the exact wk→h factor).
- The result is your value in hours. Check it below with the converter or the table.
Conversion table
Common values of weeks and their equivalents in hours:
| wk | h |
|---|---|
| 1 | 168 |
| 2 | 336 |
| 3 | 504 |
| 4 | 672 |
| 5 | 840 |
| 10 | 1,680 |
| 20 | 3,360 |
| 25 | 4,200 |
| 50 | 8,400 |
| 100 | 16,800 |
| 250 | 42,000 |
| 500 | 84,000 |
About these units
Week (wk). A week equals 7 days or 604,800 seconds. It is the standard cycle for work schedules and calendar planning, independent of month lengths.
Hour (h). An hour equals 60 minutes or 3,600 seconds, dividing the day into 24 parts. Work schedules, travel times and billing are commonly expressed in hours.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert weeks to hours?
To convert weeks to hours, multiply the number of weeks by 168. For example, 10 wk × 168 = 1,680 h. Or skip the math: type the value into the converter at the top of this page and the result updates instantly.
How many hours are in 1 week?
1 wk = 168 h. That is the fixed relationship used by this converter and by international standards.
How many weeks are in 1 hour?
1 h = 0.00595238 wk. If you are converting in the opposite direction, use our Hour to Week converter for the dedicated table and FAQ.
Is the weeks to hours conversion exact?
Yes. Both units are defined by international agreement, so the factor of 168 is exact. Displayed results are rounded to 6 significant digits only for readability.
What is week used for?
A week equals 7 days or 604,800 seconds. It is the standard cycle for work schedules and calendar planning, independent of month lengths.