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EST to CST Converter

Eastern Standard Time · Central Standard Time

13 Sep 2024

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Common conversions

  • 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
  • 2:00 PM EST → 1:00 PM CST
  • 4:00 PM EST → 3:00 PM CST
  • 5:00 PM EST → 4:00 PM CST

EST to CST: common questions

How do I convert EST to CST?

Central is 2 hours behind Eastern (EDT/CDT in summer). The 2-hour gap is constant.

What is the time difference between EST and CST?

Central is always 2 hours behind Eastern—on standard (EST/CST) or daylight (EDT/CDT) designations.