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EST to CST Converter

Convert Eastern Time to Central Time

EST
Eastern Time (-4:00)
1:22:45 AM
Friday, Sep 18, 2026
CST
Central Time (-5:00)
12:22:45 AM
Friday, Sep 18, 2026
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Convert Eastern Time (EST) to Central Time (CST) in one place. This free converter shows the current time in both zones, lets you turn any EST time into the matching CST time, and includes a full conversion table for the day. Right now CST is 1 hour behind EST. Eastern Time switches between Eastern Standard Time (EST) and Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) across daylight saving. Central Time switches between Central Standard Time (CST) and Central Daylight Time (CDT) across daylight saving.

Because it reads live time zone rules, the offset stays correct through daylight saving changes on either side, so you never have to work the difference out by hand. It is handy for scheduling calls and meetings, catching a live stream or match, or keeping in touch with family and colleagues across the two regions.

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EST to CST conversion table

ESTCST
12:00 AM11:00 PM+1d
1:00 AM12:00 AM
2:00 AM1:00 AM
3:00 AM2:00 AM
4:00 AM3:00 AM
5:00 AM4:00 AM
6:00 AM5:00 AM
7:00 AM6:00 AM
8:00 AM7:00 AM
9:00 AM8:00 AM
10:00 AM9:00 AM
11:00 AM10:00 AM
12:00 PM11:00 AM
1:00 PM12:00 PM
2:00 PM1:00 PM
3:00 PM2:00 PM
4:00 PM3:00 PM
5:00 PM4:00 PM
6:00 PM5:00 PM
7:00 PM6:00 PM
8:00 PM7:00 PM
9:00 PM8:00 PM
10:00 PM9:00 PM
11:00 PM10:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert EST to CST?

Enter a EST time in the box above and the matching CST time appears instantly. You can also read the conversion table for the full day.

How far behind is CST of EST?

CST is currently 1 hour behind EST. The exact gap can shift by an hour around daylight saving changes, which this converter accounts for.

Does it handle daylight saving time?

Yes. Conversions use live time zone rules, so the offset updates automatically when either zone moves on or off daylight saving.

Is it free?

Completely free, with no sign up and no download, on any device.

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