EST to CST time difference
CST is 1 hour behind EST.
Quick examples: 9:00 AM EST = 8:00 AM CST · 12:00 PM EST = 11:00 AM CST · 5:00 PM EST = 4:00 PM CST
EST to CST conversion table
| Eastern Time (EST) | Central Time (CST) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM EST | 11:00 PM CST (previous day) |
| 1:00 AM EST | 12:00 AM CST |
| 2:00 AM EST | 1:00 AM CST |
| 3:00 AM EST | 2:00 AM CST |
| 4:00 AM EST | 3:00 AM CST |
| 5:00 AM EST | 4:00 AM CST |
| 6:00 AM EST | 5:00 AM CST |
| 7:00 AM EST | 6:00 AM CST |
| 8:00 AM EST | 7:00 AM CST |
| 9:00 AM EST | 8:00 AM CST |
| 10:00 AM EST | 9:00 AM CST |
| 11:00 AM EST | 10:00 AM CST |
| 12:00 PM EST | 11:00 AM CST |
| 1:00 PM EST | 12:00 PM CST |
| 2:00 PM EST | 1:00 PM CST |
| 3:00 PM EST | 2:00 PM CST |
| 4:00 PM EST | 3:00 PM CST |
| 5:00 PM EST | 4:00 PM CST |
| 6:00 PM EST | 5:00 PM CST |
| 7:00 PM EST | 6:00 PM CST |
| 8:00 PM EST | 7:00 PM CST |
| 9:00 PM EST | 8:00 PM CST |
| 10:00 PM EST | 9:00 PM CST |
| 11:00 PM EST | 10:00 PM CST |
How to convert EST to CST
- Pick a date and time in Eastern Time.
- The matching Central Time time appears instantly on the right.
- Use the ⇄ button to convert CST to EST instead.
About Eastern Time and Central Time
Eastern Time (EST) is used in New York, Washington DC, Miami and Toronto. 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 EST and CST?
CST is 1 hour behind EST.
How do I convert EST to CST?
Subtract 1 hour to the EST time. For example, 12:00 PM EST is 11:00 AM CST.
Where is EST used?
Eastern Time is used in New York, Washington DC, Miami and Toronto.
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.