The free online 311 second timer on FinalTimer.com counts down 5 minutes and 11 seconds without an app and without an account. Set it, start it and get back to what matters.
Why Use a 311 Second Timer?
Here is where 5 minutes and 11 seconds fit perfectly:
- Stand-Up Meeting: Daily stand-ups should stay short. A visible 311-second countdown keeps every update to the point.
- Journaling: Write freely for 5 minutes and 11 seconds: a short journaling session clears your head and sharpens your priorities.
- Steaming Vegetables: Broccoli, carrots or green beans are tender-crisp after a few minutes of steaming, and the 311-second countdown keeps them from turning mushy.
- Flashcard Session: Review vocabulary or exam cards for 5 minutes and 11 seconds. Short, regular sessions beat long cramming.
- Short Rest: Close your eyes for 5 minutes and 11 seconds and let the alarm bring you back before you fall into deep sleep.
Fun Fact: What Happens in 311 Seconds?
Guns N’ Roses’ “Sweet Child o’ Mine” runs about 5 minutes and 56 seconds on the album. The 311 second timer is just 45 seconds shorter than that.
311 is a prime number, the 64th one.
How to Use the 311 Second Timer
- The timer at the top of this page is already set to 05:11. Simply press Start Timer.
- Optionally add a label, enable the alarm and choose one of 13 alarm sounds (use the speaker button to preview them).
- Need intervals? Use Repeat Timer or add more timers. They will run one after another automatically.
- Share your setup with a link or export it as JSON, perfect for teams, classes and training partners.
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Related timers with ready-made programs:
- Refine your pacing with the Speech Rehearsal Timer.
- Practise your talk with the Presentation Timer, including warnings before time runs out.
- For precision cooking, the Pasta Cooking Timer makes sure your pasta is perfectly al dente.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the 311 Second Timer
How long is a 311 second timer?
A 311 second timer runs for exactly 5 minutes and 11 seconds. That equals 5.18 minutes.
Can I pause or repeat the 311 second timer?
You can pause at any moment (also with the space bar) and resume exactly where you stopped. To run the 311 seconds several times, switch on Repeat Timer and choose how often.
Will I hear an alarm when the time is up?
Yes, if Enable Alarm is checked. You can choose between 13 alarm sounds and preview them before starting. Keep the browser tab open and the sound of your device switched on.
Do I need to install anything?
No. FinalTimer works directly in your browser on desktop, tablet and smartphone. There is no app, no registration and no cost.
Make Every Second of the 311 Second Timer Count
5 minutes and 11 seconds can be a lot or a little. It depends on how you use them. With a visible countdown you plan better, procrastinate less and finish what you started. Your 311 Second Timer is ready when you are.
Plan Your 311 Seconds
Numbers that help you use the 311 second timer in practice, all calculated for exactly 5 minutes and 11 seconds.
When Does a 311-Second Countdown End?
Starting soon? Here is when the countdown ends for typical start times:
| Start | Timer ends |
|---|---|
| 07:00 (7:00 am) | 07:05:11 (7:05:11 am) |
| 09:00 (9:00 am) | 09:05:11 (9:05:11 am) |
| 12:00 (12:00 pm) | 12:05:11 (12:05:11 pm) |
| 14:30 (2:30 pm) | 14:35:11 (2:35:11 pm) |
| 18:00 (6:00 pm) | 18:05:11 (6:05:11 pm) |
| 21:00 (9:00 pm) | 21:05:11 (9:05:11 pm) |
Countdown Milestones
- A quarter done: after 1 minute and 18 seconds, with 3 minutes and 53 seconds remaining.
- Halfway point: after 2 minutes and 36 seconds, with 2 minutes and 36 seconds remaining.
- Three quarters done: after 3 minutes and 53 seconds, with 1 minute and 18 seconds remaining.
- Last 10 percent: after 4 minutes and 40 seconds, with 31 seconds remaining.
Speakers, teachers and exam supervisors often give a warning at the 75 % or 90 % mark. Add a second timer for the warning if you want an extra alarm.
Intervals That Fit Into 311 Seconds
- Tabata-style 20/10: 10 rounds of 20 seconds work and 10 seconds rest, which makes 1 complete 4-minute Tabata block.
- 30/30 intervals: 5 rounds of 30 seconds on and 30 seconds off.
- EMOM (every minute on the minute): 5 minutes, each starting with a fixed set of reps.
Calories Burned in 311 Seconds
Estimated energy use for common activities, calculated with MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities (kcal = MET × body weight in kg × hours). Real values vary with fitness, age and intensity.
| Activity | 60 kg (132 lb) | 80 kg (176 lb) |
|---|---|---|
| Walking (4.8 km/h · 3 mph) | 18 kcal | 24 kcal |
| Brisk walking (5.6 km/h · 3.5 mph) | 22 kcal | 30 kcal |
| Jogging, general | 36 kcal | 48 kcal |
| Running (9.7 km/h · 6 mph) | 51 kcal | 68 kcal |
| Cycling, moderate (19-22 km/h) | 41 kcal | 55 kcal |
| Swimming laps, moderate | 30 kcal | 40 kcal |
| Jumping rope, moderate | 61 kcal | 82 kcal |
| Hatha yoga | 13 kcal | 17 kcal |
How Far You Get in 311 Seconds
Distance covered at typical average speeds without stops:
| Way of moving | Speed | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Walking | 5 km/h | 432 m (472 yd) |
| Running | 10 km/h | 864 m (945 yd) |
| Cycling | 20 km/h | 1.73 km (1.07 mi) |
| Car on the motorway | 100 km/h | 8.64 km (5.37 mi) |
311 Seconds Compared With Real-World Durations
- 04:54: Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” runs about 4 minutes and 54 seconds on the album Thriller. (17 seconds shorter than this timer)
- 04:55: Toto’s “Africa” (1982) runs 4 minutes and 55 seconds. (16 seconds shorter than this timer)
- 05:00: An Ignite talk lasts exactly five minutes: 20 slides that advance automatically every 15 seconds. (11 seconds shorter than this timer)
- 05:00: Rounds in mixed martial arts, for example in the UFC, last five minutes. (11 seconds shorter than this timer)
- 05:01: Nirvana’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” runs about 5 minutes and 1 second. (10 seconds shorter than this timer)