PST to CST Converter

Central Time (CST) is 2 hours ahead of Pacific Time (PST).

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PST to CST time difference

CST is 2 hours ahead of PST.

Quick examples: 9:00 AM PST = 11:00 AM CST · 12:00 PM PST = 2:00 PM CST · 5:00 PM PST = 7:00 PM CST

PST to CST conversion table

Pacific Time (PST)Central Time (CST)
12:00 AM PST2:00 AM CST
1:00 AM PST3:00 AM CST
2:00 AM PST4:00 AM CST
3:00 AM PST5:00 AM CST
4:00 AM PST6:00 AM CST
5:00 AM PST7:00 AM CST
6:00 AM PST8:00 AM CST
7:00 AM PST9:00 AM CST
8:00 AM PST10:00 AM CST
9:00 AM PST11:00 AM CST
10:00 AM PST12:00 PM CST
11:00 AM PST1:00 PM CST
12:00 PM PST2:00 PM CST
1:00 PM PST3:00 PM CST
2:00 PM PST4:00 PM CST
3:00 PM PST5:00 PM CST
4:00 PM PST6:00 PM CST
5:00 PM PST7:00 PM CST
6:00 PM PST8:00 PM CST
7:00 PM PST9:00 PM CST
8:00 PM PST10:00 PM CST
9:00 PM PST11:00 PM CST
10:00 PM PST12:00 AM CST (next day)
11:00 PM PST1:00 AM CST (next day)

How to convert PST to CST

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

About Pacific Time and Central Time

Pacific Time (PST) is used in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and Vancouver. 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 PST and CST?

CST is 2 hours ahead of PST.

How do I convert PST to CST?

Add 2 hours to the PST time. For example, 12:00 PM PST is 2:00 PM CST.

Where is PST used?

Pacific Time is used in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle and Vancouver.

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.