Business Days Calculator

Count business days between dates excluding weekends and estimated holidays.

Include Start Day

Business Days

23

Calendar Days

32

Day Breakdown

Calendar Days32
Weekend Days8
Est. Holidays1
Business Days23

Use the Business Days Calculator above to calculate your results. Enter your values and see instant results — all calculations run in your browser.

Disclaimer: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, financial, or legal advice. Results are estimates based on the information you provide and current rates. Always consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for advice specific to your situation.

How It Works

Our Business Days Calculator helps you accurately determine the number of working days between two specified dates, automatically excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and a pre-defined list of estimated federal holidays for 2026. This is crucial for project planning, contract deadlines, and financial calculations where only business days count. For example, if a project starts on January 5th, 2026, and needs to be completed in 10 business days, knowing exactly when that deadline falls is essential.

The calculator employs an iterative date-checking algorithm. It starts from the 'Start Date' and increments day by day, checking each date against two conditions: first, whether it falls on a Saturday or Sunday, and second, whether it is present in our comprehensive 2026 estimated federal holiday list (New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day). Only dates that pass both checks are counted as business days.

When using this calculator, remember that holiday lists can vary slightly by region or company policy, so always double-check against your specific requirements. A common mistake is to assume all holidays are excluded without verifying the calculator's holiday list, which can lead to miscalculated deadlines. Also, be mindful of time zones if your start and end dates span different geographical locations.

Example: Calculating Business Days for a Project Deadline

  1. 1 A marketing agency needs to deliver a campaign brief. The client requires the brief to be delivered within 15 business days, starting from February 2nd, 2026.
  2. 2 The calculator starts from February 2nd, 2026. It iterates through each day, excluding weekends (February 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28) and Presidents' Day (February 16, 2026).
  3. 3 After counting 15 business days, the calculator determines the deadline is February 25th, 2026.
  4. 4 This means the agency must submit the brief by February 25th, 2026, to meet the client's 15-business-day requirement, accounting for non-working days.

Source: TimeAndDate · Last updated: April 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate business days excluding holidays?
There are typically 260-262 weekdays in a year. After subtracting federal holidays, most workers have 249-252 business working days. The exact count depends on which days holidays fall on.
Does Saturday count as a business day?
No. Standard business days are Monday through Friday. Saturday and Sunday are excluded. However, some industries (retail, healthcare) may operate on different schedules.
What are business days for shipping?
Shipping business days are Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. "3-5 business days" means the package will arrive 3-5 weekdays after shipping, not counting weekends or holidays.