Instantly calculate how long your script will take to deliver out loud. Perfect for YouTube videos, podcasts, speeches, and presentations — paste your script and get an accurate speaking time in seconds.
Calculate your script delivery time in three simple steps.
Copy and paste your video script, speech, podcast notes, or presentation text into the box above. Your speaking time updates instantly as you type — no button click required.
Select Slow (120 wpm) for deliberate speeches, Conversational (150 wpm) for YouTube and podcasts, or Fast (180 wpm) for energetic delivery. Adjust until the estimate matches your natural style.
Compare the speaking time against your target video or slot length. Edit your script directly in the box and watch the time update in real time until you hit your target duration.
Speaking time is calculated by dividing your total word count by your selected speaking speed in words per minute (wpm). The average conversational speaking rate is 130–150 wpm. Presenters and podcasters typically fall in the 140–160 wpm range, while rapid speakers can reach 180+ wpm. Choose the speed that best matches your natural delivery style.
Use these benchmarks to plan your content: a 60-second TikTok or YouTube Short requires approximately 130–150 words. A 10-minute YouTube video needs roughly 1,300–1,500 words. A 45-minute podcast episode requires 5,850–6,750 words at average pace. This tool helps you hit your target length before you record.
At an average speaking rate of 130 to 150 words per minute, a 5-minute speech is typically between 650 and 750 words.
Most adults speak at a conversational pace of about 130 to 150 words per minute. Fast talkers or podcasters might reach 160 wpm, while audiobook narrators stay closer to 120 wpm for maximum clarity.
Simply paste your text or script into our free speaking time calculator. It will automatically count your words and convert them into minutes and seconds based on your selected speaking speed.