Healthcare & Appointments
How long does hip replacement surgery take?
Estimated wait
~2 hours
Based on published sources
Timeline guide
- Faster cases~1 hour
- Average cases~2 hours
- Slower casesUp to 2 hours
This is the length of the operation, not the recovery. Your surgical team will give times for your specific case, which depend on your anatomy and the type of implant. General information, not medical advice.
The hip replacement operation itself usually takes about 1 to 2 hours. A partial replacement can be quicker, while a complex or revision case takes longer.
More details
The time in hospital is longer than the operation — most people stay 1 to 2 days — and feeling fully recovered generally takes several months (often around 3 to 6 months).
Last updated: 17 Jul 2026
Information is for general knowledge only.