This is the start time of the Le Mans 24 hours
The 24 Hours of Le Mans is one of the most famous car races in the world and is considered part of the 'Triple Crown,' alongside the Monaco Grand Prix and the Indianapolis 500.
On Saturday, June 15, 2024, the 24 Hours of Le Mans starts at 3:00 PM BST (4:00 PM CET). The race concludes exactly 24 hours later, on Sunday, June 16, at 4:00 PM, regardless of any red flags.
Before the race, there will be multiple free practice sessions during both daylight and nighttime so drivers can get used to the conditions in both darkness and daylight. On Thursday, June 8th, the eight fastest cars in each class, after Wednesday's practice session, will battle it out for pole position.
Do you want to view the schedule of the Le Mans 24 hours? Check out the schedule below!
Le Mans 24 hours time schedule
| Date | Session | Local start time (CET) |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday June 12th | Free practice | 14:00 |
| Wednesday June 12th | Qualifying practice | 19:00 |
| Thursday June 13th | Free practice 2 | 15:00 |
| Thursday June 13th | Hyperpole | 20:00 |
| Thursday June 13th | Free practice 3 | 22:00 |
| Saturday June 15th | Race Start | 16:00 |
| Sunday June 16th | Race Finish | 16:00 |
Get the latest F1 news from RacingNews365 directly in your Google feed! Click on the link below and you’ll see your favourite F1 website appearing even more often. That way, you’ll never miss any news, analyses, interviews, or exclusives.
Follow RacingNews365 on GoogleMost read
In this article
Never miss a thing from the Formula 1 season! Add the 2026 F1 schedule to your calendar at the touch of a button. Subscribe below and put the dates and times of every race directly on your PC or smartphone, so you don't miss a second from the new season.
Download the F1 calendar Download the F1 calendar
A variant with just the race and qualifying is also available.
Click here to download it..












Join the conversation!