EST to PST time difference
PST is 3 hours behind EST.
Common EST to PST times (standard time)
| Eastern Time | Pacific Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM EST | 9:00 PM the previous day PST |
| 3:00 AM EST | 12:00 AM PST |
| 6:00 AM EST | 3:00 AM PST |
| 8:00 AM EST | 5:00 AM PST |
| 9:00 AM EST | 6:00 AM PST |
| 12:00 PM EST | 9:00 AM PST |
| 3:00 PM EST | 12:00 PM PST |
| 5:00 PM EST | 2:00 PM PST |
| 6:00 PM EST | 3:00 PM PST |
| 9:00 PM EST | 6:00 PM PST |
About EST and PST
Eastern Time (EST) is UTC−5 in winter and UTC−4 during daylight saving time. Pacific Time (PST) is UTC−8 in winter and UTC−7 during daylight saving time.
Scheduling a meeting? The best overlap is usually afternoon in EST, which is morning in PST. Use the 24-hour table in the converter to find a slot that works for everyone.
Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between EST and PST?
PST is 3 hours behind EST.
Does this handle daylight saving time?
Yes. The converter uses your browser’s up-to-date time zone database, so EST/PST daylight saving changes are applied automatically for the date you pick.
How do I convert EST to PST manually?
Subtract 3 hours to the EST time (in standard time). For example, 9:00 AM EST is 6:00 AM PST.