CalendarwiseHow to convert EST to PST
To convert EST to PST, subtract 3 hours. Pacific Time is 3 hours behind Eastern Time. Both zones change their clocks on the same dates, so the gap stays 3 hours all year.
The converter above does the sum for you. It starts with the current time in Eastern Time (New York). Change the date or time and the Pacific Time (Los Angeles) row updates. To compare other cities too, add them with the box under the list, or open the full time zone converter.
Common questions
What is EST to PST?
To convert EST to PST, subtract 3 hours. Pacific Time is 3 hours behind Eastern Time. Both zones change their clocks on the same dates, so the gap stays 3 hours all year.
Does this handle daylight saving time?
Yes. The offset shown is the one in effect on the date you choose, so a summer date uses daylight saving time where it applies.
What is the current time in Pacific Time?
Press Use the current time. The Pacific Time (Los Angeles) row shows the time there now.
Is EST the same as ET?
ET (Eastern Time) is EST in winter and EDT in summer. Typing EST here means Eastern Time in New York, and the converter picks the correct offset for the date.