EST to PST Time Converter - Live World Clock

Convert time between Eastern Standard Time (EST) and Pacific Standard Time (PST). See current time with live clocks.

United States (EST)

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01:27:44 PM
Thursday, August 20, 2026

United States (PST)

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10:27:44 AM
Thursday, August 20, 2026

Current Time Difference

EST is 3 hours ahead of PST

(3 hours during Daylight Saving Time)

What is EST (Eastern Standard Time)?

Eastern Standard Time (EST) is used in eastern North America and the Caribbean, UTC-5:00.

Countries and Regions Using EST

Primary Country:

  • United States
  • States: New York, Florida, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Michigan

Also Used By:

  • Canada - Ontario, Quebec

Key Facts about EST:

  • ✓ Most populous US timezone
  • ✓ Wall Street financial center
  • ✓ DST observed March-November
  • ✓ Major Cities: New York City, Miami, Atlanta, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington D.C.
  • ✓ UTC Offset: -5:00 (-4:00 during EDT)

What is PST (Pacific Standard Time)?

Pacific Standard Time (PST) for the west coast of North America, UTC-8:00.

Countries and Regions Using PST

Primary Country:

  • United States
  • States: California, Washington, Oregon

Also Used By:

  • Canada - British Columbia
  • Mexico

Key Facts about PST:

  • ✓ Silicon Valley tech hub
  • ✓ Hollywood entertainment center
  • ✓ Major port cities
  • ✓ Major Cities: Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, Portland
  • ✓ UTC Offset: -8:00 (-7:00 during PDT)

EST to PST Time Difference

Standard Time Difference:

EST is 3 hours ahead

During Daylight Saving Time:

EST is 3 hours ahead

Common Use Cases:

  • • Business meetings between United States and United States
  • • International collaboration across timezones
  • • Scheduling calls and conferences

Frequently Asked Questions

Which countries are in EST time zone?

United States is the primary country using EST (-5:00). Other countries include: Canada.

Which countries are in PST time zone?

United States is the primary country using PST (-8:00). Other countries include: Canada, Mexico.

How many hours is EST ahead of PST?

EST is 3 hours ahead of PST. During Daylight Saving Time, the difference is 3 hours.

Does United States observe Daylight Saving Time?

Yes, United States observes Daylight Saving Time. During DST, EST changes to EDT (Eastern Daylight Time) with UTC offset of -4:00.