Cram & Conquer

ACT Timer

Practice the ACT under real time limits. The current ACT gives you 35 minutes for English, 50 minutes for Math and 40 minutes for Reading. Science is optional and also 40 minutes.

The timer starts at 35 minutes for English. Press the Time button to switch to 50 or 40 minutes for the other sections.

How to use the ACT Timer

  1. Choose the section you are practising and set the matching time: English 35, Math 50, Reading 40, Science 40.
  2. Press start and work through the section without pausing.
  3. Note where you were when time ran out, then finish the remaining questions untimed for review.

ACT section timing

English: 35 minutes, 50 questions. Math: 50 minutes, 45 questions. Reading: 40 minutes, 36 questions. Science (optional): 40 minutes, 40 questions. The ACT changed its format in 2025, so older prep books may list longer sections. Always confirm the latest timing on the official ACT website.

Pacing tips

Divide the time by the number of questions to find your target pace, which is roughly 40 seconds per English question and about a minute per Math question. If a question takes twice your target, guess, mark it and move on. You get the same credit for an easy question as for a hard one.

Frequently asked questions

How long is each ACT section?

English 35 minutes, Math 50 minutes, Reading 40 minutes, and the optional Science section 40 minutes. Check act.org for the latest format.

Can I use this for a full practice test?

Yes. Run each section in order with the matching time, and take a short break between sections.

Is the timer accurate in the background?

Yes. The countdown runs in a background worker, so it stays accurate when you switch tabs.