EST to PST Time Converter
EST is 3 hours ahead of PST right now.
EST UTC−5 · PST UTC−8
EST → PST at a glance
| EST | PST |
|---|---|
| 09:00 | 06:00 |
| 12:00 | 09:00 |
| 15:00 | 12:00 |
| 18:00 | 15:00 |
| 21:00 | 18:00 |
EST currently runs on UTC−5 and PST on UTC−8, so EST is 3 hours ahead of PST. EST is currently on standard time, and PST is currently on standard time. Because both cities follow their own clock rules, the 3 hours 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 12:00–18:00 EST 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 EST and PST
EST follows North American rules: clocks go forward on the second Sunday in March and back on the first Sunday in November. PST 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 EST and PST?
EST is 3 hours ahead of PST right now (EST UTC−5, PST UTC−8).
Does EST or PST use daylight saving time?
EST is currently on standard time. PST is currently on standard time. The gap between them can change when either switches clocks.
What is 9 AM in EST in PST?
9:00 AM in EST is 06:00 in PST today.