how long do nhl games last
Best Answer: There is 60 minutes of playing time (3, 20 minute periods), but in actual time, it lasts about 2 and a half hours. nhl games usually total time is around 1 hour and 40 minutes without commercial with commercial its like 2 hours and 30 minutes. Most are about 2 hours 20 minutes this year, but can be 2:30 or up to 2:40 if tied at the end of regulation, and with overtime and maybe a shootout.