Minutes to Seconds (min to s) Converter and Formula
1 minute equals exactly 60 seconds — multiply the number of minutes by 60 to convert. The minute is defined as 60 seconds, so this conversion is exact and simple: 5 minutes is 300 seconds and 15 minutes is 900 seconds.
The formula
To convert minutes to seconds, multiply by 60:
seconds = minutes × 60
For example, 5 min × 60 = 300 s. To reverse it, divide seconds by 60.
Conversion table
| Minutes (min) | Seconds (s) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 60 |
| 2 | 120 |
| 5 | 300 |
| 10 | 600 |
| 25 | 1500 |
| 50 | 3000 |
| 100 | 6000 |
| 500 | 30000 |
| 1000 | 60000 |
How to convert online
- Type the number of minutes into the first box.
- Read the equivalent in seconds instantly in the second box.
- Type a second value instead to convert back to minutes — it works both ways.
Use the Minute to Second Converter — free and instant in your browser.
Where this conversion is used
Minutes-to-seconds conversion is essential in programming and configuration (timeouts, cache TTLs, cron intervals), video and audio editing, sports timing, and cooking, where a recipe in minutes needs to match a timer in seconds.
FAQ
How many seconds are in a minute?
Exactly 60 seconds. This is a defined, exact value.
What is the formula to convert minutes to seconds?
Multiply the minute value by 60: s = min × 60. For example, 10 minutes = 600 seconds.
How do I convert seconds back to minutes?
Divide the second value by 60. So 300 seconds ÷ 60 = 5 minutes.
Is the conversion exact?
Yes. One minute is defined as 60 seconds, so there is no rounding.
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