EST to PST
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ESTSOURCEPST
PSTGreen rows indicate typical business hours (9 AM - 5 PM)
EST and PST on the World Map
The map below highlights the EST (Eastern Standard Time) and PST (Pacific Standard Time) timezone regions across the globe.
EST – Eastern Standard Time
UTC-05:00Eastern Standard Time (EST) is the time zone for the eastern United States and Canada, 5 hours behind UTC.
- •EST is the most widely used time zone in the United States by population.
- •The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ operate on Eastern Time, opening at 9:30 AM EST.
- •23 US states are fully or partially in the Eastern Time Zone.
- •EST was established by the Standard Time Act of 1918.
- •Over 47% of the US population lives in the Eastern Time Zone.
PST – Pacific Standard Time
UTC-08:00Pacific Standard Time (PST) is the time zone for the US and Canadian Pacific coast, 8 hours behind UTC.
- •Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time.
- •The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
- •PST is 3 hours behind EST, creating a significant business hours gap.
- •Vancouver, Canada's third-largest city, uses PST.
EST to PST Time Difference – Complete Guide
EST runs on Eastern Standard Time (EST) at UTC-05:00. PST runs on Pacific Standard Time (PST) at UTC-08:00. That puts EST 3 hours behind PST — a difference of -3h at the current offsets.
In practice, when it is 9:00 AM in EST it is 6:00 AM in PST. Midnight in EST is 9:00 PM in PST. Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the offset between them stays constant all year.
EST to PST time conversion table
| EST (EST) | PST (PST) | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 9:00 PM | previous day |
| 6:00 AM | 3:00 AM | same day |
| 7:00 AM | 4:00 AM | same day |
| 8:00 AM | 5:00 AM | same day |
| 9:00 AM | 6:00 AM | same day |
| 12:00 PM | 9:00 AM | same day |
| 3:00 PM | 12:00 PM | same day |
| 5:00 PM | 2:00 PM | same day |
| 6:00 PM | 3:00 PM | same day |
| 9:00 PM | 6:00 PM | same day |
Why people convert EST to PST time
- Scheduling a call from EST to PST: a 10:00 AM start in EST lands at 7:00 AM in PST, so you can confirm the slot without doing the arithmetic yourself.
- Finding shared working hours: both EST and PST are inside the 9-to-5 working day between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM EST time (9:00 AM–2:00 PM PST). That is roughly 5 hours of usable overlap.
- Coordinating a EST-based team with PST contacts: quoting times in the other side's local clock — not your own — removes the single biggest source of missed meetings.
- Always state the zone abbreviation, not just the hour. "3:00 PM EST" is unambiguous; "3 PM" across a -3h gap is not.
- Block 12:00 PM–5:00 PM EST as the recurring meeting window if you work primarily from EST and need PST colleagues present.
About EST (Eastern Standard Time)
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is observed during the winter months in the eastern part of North America. It covers 23 US states and parts of Canada including Ontario and Quebec. EST is the most populous time zone in the United States, home to major financial centers like New York City and global organizations headquartered in Washington D.C. During daylight saving time (March–November), clocks shift to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC-04:00). The time zone also covers parts of the Caribbean and Central America including Panama, Jamaica, and the Cayman Islands.
About PST (Pacific Standard Time)
Pacific Standard Time (PST) covers the west coast of North America, including tech hubs like San Francisco and Seattle, and entertainment capital Los Angeles. The Pacific Time Zone is home to Silicon Valley and the world's largest technology companies. During summer, clocks advance to Pacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC-07:00). PST is also observed in Baja California, Mexico.
Best time to call between EST and PST
Both EST and PST sit inside the 9 AM – 5 PM working day between 12:00 PM–5:00 PM EST, which is 9:00 AM–2:00 PM PST. That gives roughly 5 hours of shared time — the safest window for a live call or meeting.
Business hours overlap
EST and PST share 5 hours of working-hours overlap (12:00 PM–5:00 PM EST), so scheduling a live meeting is straightforward.
EST is 3 hours behind PST (EST UTC-05:00 → PST UTC-08:00). The shared working window is 12:00 PM–5:00 PM EST. Remember to re-check around daylight-saving transitions.
🕐 Daylight Saving Time Info
EST
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-05:00 · DST: UTC-04:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
PST
☀ Currently in DST
Standard: UTC-08:00 · DST: UTC-07:00
Clocks fall back on Sun, Nov 1, 2026
Learn More About Time
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between EST and PST?
EST (EST, UTC-05:00) is 3 hours behind PST (PST, UTC-08:00). The gap is currently -3h.
How do I convert EST time to PST time?
Add -3h to EST local time. For example, 9:00 AM in EST is 6:00 AM in PST.
What time is it in PST right now?
PST uses PST at UTC-08:00. Use the live converter at the top of this page — it updates in real time and already accounts for the -3h offset from EST.
What is the best time to call PST from EST?
Call between 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM EST — that maps to 9:00 AM–2:00 PM PST and keeps both parties inside the working day.
Which is behind, EST or PST?
EST is 3 hours behind PST. When it is 12:00 PM in EST it is 9:00 AM in PST.
Does daylight saving time affect the EST–PST difference?
Neither zone observes daylight saving time, so the -3h offset between EST and PST is fixed all year.
Which other cities share EST's time zone?
EST also covers New York City, Washington D.C., Miami, Toronto, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Boston, Montreal and 8 more.
Which countries use EST, EST's zone?
EST is used in United States (Eastern), Canada (Ontario, Quebec), Mexico (Quintana Roo), Panama, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, Haiti, Bahamas and 4 more.
Is there a day difference between EST and PST?
Not normally. The -3h gap only pushes the date over the previous day.
What is the time difference between EST and PST?
PST is -3h from EST.
What timezone is EST in?
EST operates on its local timezone.
What timezone is PST in?
PST operates on its local timezone.
Which countries use EST (Eastern Standard Time)?
EST is used in United States (Eastern), Canada (Ontario, Quebec), Mexico (Quintana Roo), Panama, Jamaica, Cayman Islands, and 6 more countries.
Does EST observe daylight saving time?
Yes, EST switches to EDT during summer months.
What are some interesting facts about EST?
EST is the most widely used time zone in the United States by population. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ operate on Eastern Time, opening at 9:30 AM EST.
Which cities are in the PST timezone?
Major cities in the PST timezone include Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Vancouver, San Diego, Portland, Las Vegas, Sacramento.
What is the UTC offset for PST?
Pacific Standard Time (PST) is at UTC-08:00. During daylight saving time, it shifts to PDT.
What should I know about the PST timezone?
Silicon Valley and the world's biggest tech companies operate on Pacific Time. The Hollywood film industry runs on PST/PDT.
When is it midnight in EST, what time is it in PST?
When it is 12:00 AM (midnight) in EST (EST), it is -3h later in PST (PST).
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