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CST to EST Converter

EST is 1 hour ahead of CST

Current CST Time
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America/Chicago
Current EST Time
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America/New_York
Time Diff
1h ahead
CST
UTC-6
EST
UTC-5
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM CST (7h)

CST to EST Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in EST

CST to EST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
CST EST
12:00 AM 1:00 AM
1:00 AM 2:00 AM
2:00 AM 3:00 AM
3:00 AM 4:00 AM
4:00 AM 5:00 AM
5:00 AM 6:00 AM
6:00 AM 7:00 AM
7:00 AM 8:00 AM
8:00 AM 9:00 AM
9:00 AM 10:00 AM
10:00 AM 11:00 AM
11:00 AM 12:00 PM
12:00 PM 1:00 PM
1:00 PM 2:00 PM
2:00 PM 3:00 PM
3:00 PM 4:00 PM
4:00 PM 5:00 PM
5:00 PM 6:00 PM
6:00 PM 7:00 PM
7:00 PM 8:00 PM
8:00 PM 9:00 PM
9:00 PM 10:00 PM
10:00 PM 11:00 PM
11:00 PM 12:00 AM +1d

Converting Central Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time

Central Standard Time (CST) and Eastern Standard Time (EST) are separated by a 1 hour time difference. EST is 1 hour ahead of CST. CST is UTC-6, used in United States, Canada, Mexico, while EST is UTC-5, used in United States, Canada, Jamaica.

When converting from CST to EST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM CST equals 10:00 AM EST, 12:00 PM noon CST equals 1:00 PM EST, and 5:00 PM CST equals 6:00 PM EST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across CST and EST

For professionals scheduling meetings between CST and EST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 1 hour difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

CST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CDT (UTC-5) during summer months. EST observes DST, switching to EDT (UTC-4). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between CST and EST?
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is 1 hour ahead of Central Standard Time (CST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in CST, it is 1:00 PM in EST.
How do I convert CST to EST?
To convert CST to EST, add 1 hour to the CST time. For example, 9:00 AM CST is 10:00 AM EST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does CST or EST observe Daylight Saving Time?
CST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to CDT (UTC-5). EST observes DST, switching to EDT (UTC-4). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between CST and EST?
The best time to schedule a call between CST and EST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in CST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in EST.
Is CST ahead or behind EST?
CST (UTC-6) is 1 hour behind EST (UTC-5). CST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Chicago, while EST corresponds to America/New_York.

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