Books & Reading
How Long Does It Take to Read a 300-Page Book? The Math, With Real Reading Speeds
Most adults need about 5 to 6.5 hours to read a 300-page book, based on a 2019 meta-analysis of reading speed. Tables by page density and speed, plus how long it takes at 15, 30 or 60 minutes a day.
By Katlin Pacheco · October 18, 2026