EST to GMT time difference
GMT is 4 hours ahead of EST right now. The difference changes between 5 hours and 4 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.
Quick examples: 9:00 AM EST = 1:00 PM GMT · 12:00 PM EST = 4:00 PM GMT · 5:00 PM EST = 9:00 PM GMT
EST to GMT conversion table
| Eastern Time (EST) | Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM EST | 4:00 AM GMT |
| 1:00 AM EST | 5:00 AM GMT |
| 2:00 AM EST | 6:00 AM GMT |
| 3:00 AM EST | 7:00 AM GMT |
| 4:00 AM EST | 8:00 AM GMT |
| 5:00 AM EST | 9:00 AM GMT |
| 6:00 AM EST | 10:00 AM GMT |
| 7:00 AM EST | 11:00 AM GMT |
| 8:00 AM EST | 12:00 PM GMT |
| 9:00 AM EST | 1:00 PM GMT |
| 10:00 AM EST | 2:00 PM GMT |
| 11:00 AM EST | 3:00 PM GMT |
| 12:00 PM EST | 4:00 PM GMT |
| 1:00 PM EST | 5:00 PM GMT |
| 2:00 PM EST | 6:00 PM GMT |
| 3:00 PM EST | 7:00 PM GMT |
| 4:00 PM EST | 8:00 PM GMT |
| 5:00 PM EST | 9:00 PM GMT |
| 6:00 PM EST | 10:00 PM GMT |
| 7:00 PM EST | 11:00 PM GMT |
| 8:00 PM EST | 12:00 AM GMT (next day) |
| 9:00 PM EST | 1:00 AM GMT (next day) |
| 10:00 PM EST | 2:00 AM GMT (next day) |
| 11:00 PM EST | 3:00 AM GMT (next day) |
How to convert EST to GMT
- Pick a date and time in Eastern Time.
- The matching Greenwich Mean Time time appears instantly on the right.
- Use the ⇄ button to convert GMT to EST instead.
About Eastern Time and Greenwich Mean Time
Eastern Time (EST) is used in New York, Washington DC, Miami and Toronto. Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) is used in the Greenwich meridian (London in winter, Iceland, and West Africa).
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Frequently asked questions
What is the time difference between EST and GMT?
GMT is 4 hours ahead of EST right now. The difference changes between 5 hours and 4 hours during the year because of daylight saving time.
How do I convert EST to GMT?
Add 4 hours to the EST time. For example, 12:00 PM EST is 4:00 PM GMT.
Where is EST used?
Eastern Time is used in New York, Washington DC, Miami and Toronto.
Where is GMT used?
Greenwich Mean Time is used in the Greenwich meridian (London in winter, Iceland, and West Africa).
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.