Both toenails and fingernails grow slowly, with toenails taking longer to regrow. On average, it can take up to 18 months for a toenail to completely regrow, and about 4 to 6 months for a fingernail to grow back. The reason fingernails grow faster isn’t fully understood.

How long does it take for a toenail?

A new nail will have to grow back in its place. Nails grow back slowly. It takes about 6 months for a fingernail and up to 18 months for a toenail to grow back.

How long does a toenail grow in a week?

How fast do nails grow in a week? On average, fingernails grow at a rate of 0.7 millimeters every week – though they grow faster during warmer months. Toenails grow back more slowly at an average rate of around 0.4 mm per week.