BST to CST Converter

Central Time (CST) is 6 hours behind UK Time (BST).

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BST to CST time difference

CST is 6 hours behind BST.

Quick examples: 9:00 AM BST = 3:00 AM CST · 12:00 PM BST = 6:00 AM CST · 5:00 PM BST = 11:00 AM CST

BST to CST conversion table

UK Time (BST)Central Time (CST)
12:00 AM BST6:00 PM CST (previous day)
1:00 AM BST7:00 PM CST (previous day)
2:00 AM BST8:00 PM CST (previous day)
3:00 AM BST9:00 PM CST (previous day)
4:00 AM BST10:00 PM CST (previous day)
5:00 AM BST11:00 PM CST (previous day)
6:00 AM BST12:00 AM CST
7:00 AM BST1:00 AM CST
8:00 AM BST2:00 AM CST
9:00 AM BST3:00 AM CST
10:00 AM BST4:00 AM CST
11:00 AM BST5:00 AM CST
12:00 PM BST6:00 AM CST
1:00 PM BST7:00 AM CST
2:00 PM BST8:00 AM CST
3:00 PM BST9:00 AM CST
4:00 PM BST10:00 AM CST
5:00 PM BST11:00 AM CST
6:00 PM BST12:00 PM CST
7:00 PM BST1:00 PM CST
8:00 PM BST2:00 PM CST
9:00 PM BST3:00 PM CST
10:00 PM BST4:00 PM CST
11:00 PM BST5:00 PM CST

How to convert BST to CST

  1. Pick a date and time in UK Time.
  2. The matching Central Time time appears instantly on the right.
  3. Use the ⇄ button to convert CST to BST instead.

About UK Time and Central Time

UK Time (BST) is used in London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Dublin. Central Time (CST) is used in Chicago, Dallas, Houston and Mexico City.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the time difference between BST and CST?

CST is 6 hours behind BST.

How do I convert BST to CST?

Subtract 6 hours to the BST time. For example, 12:00 PM BST is 6:00 AM CST.

Where is BST used?

UK Time is used in London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Dublin.

Where is CST used?

Central Time is used in Chicago, Dallas, Houston and Mexico City.

Does this converter handle daylight saving time?

Yes. The converter uses the official time zone database, so it automatically applies daylight saving time for the date you pick.