How Long Does It Take to Read 400 Pages?
Reading time estimates for 400 pages (approximately 110,000 words). Turning these numbers into a classroom presentation? Use PresentForge to build slides that highlight the pacing for each chapter.
Average Reading Time
7h 42m
Based on 238 words per minute (average adult reading speed)
Reading Time by Speed
Slow Reader
150 words per minute
12h 13m
Average Reader
238 words per minute
7h 42m
Fast Reader
350 words per minute
5h 14m
Very Fast Reader
450 words per minute
4h 4m
About This Estimate
This reading time estimate is based on an average of 275 words per page, which is typical for most books and documents. The actual reading time can vary depending on:
- Text complexity: Technical or academic texts may slow reading speed by 20-40%
- Your reading speed: Individual reading speeds can range from 150 to 600+ words per minute
- Page formatting: Actual words per page can vary from 200 to 400 depending on font size and margins
- Purpose of reading: Scanning for information is faster than careful study
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📝 Open Reading Time CalculatorPopular Books Around 400 Pages
Looking for books you can finish in 7h 42m? Here are some popular titles with similar page counts:
- 📖The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger (234 pages) - Coming-of-age story
- 📖To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee (336 pages) - American literature masterpiece
Note: Page counts may vary depending on edition and formatting.