Travel Time Tracking: How to Bill It Correctly

Travel time is part of everyday work for many freelancers and mobile teams. The question of whether and how these hours can be tracked and billed often arises.

Legal Basics for Travel Time

In Germany, travel time does not automatically count as working time. The key factor is whether the journey is carried out on behalf of the client or as part of professional duties. Business trips ordered by the employer usually count as working time.

When Travel Time Counts as Working Time

• Trips between different work locations during working hours
• Travel to and from an external work site at the client's request
• Travel time during assembly or service assignments

Private commutes to the regular workplace do not count as tracked working time.

Practical Tips for Correct Tracking

To document travel times transparently, establish clear rules with clients or within your team. Use professional work time tracking software to avoid manual errors.

Daily Tips

• Record the start and end times of the journey
• Document the purpose of the trip
• Log breaks during travel separately
• Agree on billing terms with the client in advance

More useful advice can be found in our article 5 Tips for Efficient Time Tracking in Everyday Life.

Mobile Time Tracking on the Go

For frequent travelers, a mobile solution is essential. An app allows you to track time directly on site. Read more in the post Mobile Time Tracking: How to Track Time on the Go.

Automated Billing with Jomawo

Our software lets you automatically capture travel times and include them in reports. This saves time during billing and reduces client inquiries.

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