PST to EST Time Converter
PST is 3 hours behind EST right now.
PST UTC−8 · EST UTC−5
PST → EST at a glance
| PST | EST |
|---|---|
| 09:00 | 12:00 |
| 12:00 | 15:00 |
| 15:00 | 18:00 |
| 18:00 | 21:00 |
| 21:00 | 00:00 |
PST currently runs on UTC−8 and EST on UTC−5, so PST is 3 hours behind EST. PST is currently on standard time, and EST 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 09:00–15:00 PST 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 PST and EST
PST 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 PST and EST?
PST is 3 hours behind EST right now (PST UTC−8, EST UTC−5).
Does PST or EST use daylight saving time?
PST 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 PST in EST?
9:00 AM in PST is 12:00 in EST today.