Count business days between two dates
Select a start date and end date to count Monday-to-Friday business days while excluding Saturdays and Sundays. Use the result for project deadlines, delivery estimates, invoices, notice periods and work schedules.
business days = weekdays in the date range − excluded daysThe calculator counts weekdays; public holidays vary by country and are not removed automatically.Business days versus calendar days
Calendar days include every date in a range. Business days usually mean Monday through Friday. Always confirm whether the start date, end date and public holidays should be included for your contract, employer or local jurisdiction.
To move a date forward or backward, use the date add/subtract calculator. To count every calendar day, use the days between dates calculator.
Business days calculator FAQs
Are weekends excluded?
Yes. Saturdays and Sundays are excluded from the business-day count.
Are public holidays excluded?
No. Holiday calendars differ across the US, UK, Europe and other countries, so subtract relevant holidays separately.
Does the result include the start and end dates?
The calculator displays its counting behavior with the result. For legal or contractual deadlines, confirm the required inclusion rule.