Calculate the total length of any YouTube playlist instantly. See duration at different playback speeds.
How it works
Copy the URL of any YouTube playlist and paste it into the field above. The URL must contain a playlist ID (list=...).
Click 'Calculate Length' and the total duration, video count, and playback speed estimates are calculated instantly.
See the total playlist duration, average video length, and how long it would take at 1.25×, 1.5×, 1.75×, and 2× speed.
Features
Get the complete total length of the playlist displayed in days, hours, minutes, and seconds.
See how long the playlist would take at 1.25×, 1.5×, 1.75×, and 2× playback speed.
Know exactly how many videos are in the playlist and the average length per video.
Works with any public YouTube playlist — music mixes, course playlists, watch lists, and more.
Results are returned in seconds with no processing delays.
No account, no sign-up, no limits. Calculate as many playlists as you need.
Who is it for
Calculate how long it will take to watch a full course or lecture series before committing to it.
Plan your viewing time before starting a long playlist or series.
Audit the total length of your own playlists to optimize for viewer retention and playlist structure.
Estimate the total viewing time of curated playlists before assigning them to students.
Use cases
Before enrolling in a YouTube-based course, calculate the total video length to plan your study schedule.
Know exactly how long a TV show playlist, music mix, or documentary series will take before you start.
Content creators audit their own playlists to ensure they're the right length for their audience.
Use the playback speed estimates to figure out how much time you'll save by watching at 1.5× or 2× speed.
Features & formats
FAQ
Open the playlist on YouTube and copy the URL from your browser's address bar. It should contain 'list=' followed by the playlist ID.
This tool works with standard YouTube playlists. YouTube Music playlists may use a different URL format and may not be supported.
Unavailable videos are excluded from the calculation. The video count shown will indicate how many videos were unavailable.
The tool can calculate playlists with up to 500 videos, which is YouTube's maximum public playlist size.
No. The tool is completely free with no usage limits.
Our YouTube Playlist Length Calculator tells you the exact total length of any public YouTube playlist, along with playback speed estimates at 1.25×, 1.5×, 1.75×, and 2×. Paste any playlist URL and get the full breakdown instantly — total duration, video count, average video length, and time-saving estimates for faster playback. Whether you're planning a study schedule, estimating binge time, or auditing your own playlists, this tool gives you the numbers you need. Completely free, no sign-up required.