CST to EST Time Converter
CST is 1 hour behind EST right now.
CST UTC−6 · EST UTC−5
CST → EST at a glance
| CST | EST |
|---|---|
| 09:00 | 10:00 |
| 12:00 | 13:00 |
| 15:00 | 16:00 |
| 18:00 | 19:00 |
| 21:00 | 22:00 |
CST currently runs on UTC−6 and EST on UTC−5, so CST is 1 hour behind EST. CST is currently on standard time, and EST is currently on standard time. Because both cities follow their own clock rules, the 1 hour gap you see today can shift by an hour around the spring and autumn changeovers, which is why this page calculates every value live from the official time zone database instead of a fixed offset. For meetings, the best shared working window today is 09:00–17:00 CST time, when both offices are inside normal 09:00–18:00 hours. Use the planner above to drag across a range, compare more cities, then copy a summary or add the slot straight to Google Calendar.
Daylight saving in CST and EST
CST follows North American rules: clocks go forward on the second Sunday in March and back on the first Sunday in November. EST follows North American rules: clocks go forward on the second Sunday in March and back on the first Sunday in November.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between CST and EST?
CST is 1 hour behind EST right now (CST UTC−6, EST UTC−5).
Does CST or EST use daylight saving time?
CST is currently on standard time. EST is currently on standard time. The gap between them can change when either switches clocks.
What is 9 AM in CST in EST?
9:00 AM in CST is 10:00 in EST today.