A train travels from City A to City B covering 300 km in 5 hours. It stops for 30 minutes for maintenance and then travels from City B to City C covering 180 km at the same constant speed. How many hours and minutes does the train spend traveling and waiting between City A and City C?

Step-by-step solution

1. Compute the train’s speed: 300 km ÷ 5 h = 60 km/h.
2. Find time from B to C: 180 km ÷ 60 km/h = 3 h.
3. Add the 30 minute stop: 30 min = 0.5 h.
4. Add all times: 5 h + 3 h + 0.5 h = 8.5 h.
5. Convert 0.5 h to 30 min for a clearer answer: 8 hrs 30 min.
6. Answer: 8 hrs 30 min

Concept tested: Time calculation

Published 10 October 2026 · How this solution was prepared and checked