BST to EDT Converter

Category: Time Zone Converters

- July 01, 2025

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British Summer Time (BST)

UTC+1 • London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Dublin

Conversion Settings

Configure your timezone conversion preferences

Daylight Saving Aware

Show UTC Offset

Show Details

Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

UTC-4 • New York, Toronto, Atlanta, Miami

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Time Difference: --

UTC Offset (BST): +01:00

UTC Offset (EDT): -04:00

DST Status: --

BST Time: --

EDT Time: --

Time Format:

Current BST: --:--:--

Current EDT: --:--:--

🇬🇧 BST is observed from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October. EDT is observed from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November. Both are daylight saving times in their respective regions.

BST to EDT Conversion Guide

What is BST to EDT Conversion?

BST to EDT conversion helps you translate time between British Summer Time and Eastern Daylight Time zones. Both BST (UTC+1) and EDT (UTC-4) are daylight saving times used during summer months in their respective regions. BST is 5 hours ahead of EDT, making coordination between the UK and eastern North America straightforward during summer.

Time Zone Information

British Summer Time (BST): Used in the United Kingdom and Ireland during summer months (last Sunday in March to last Sunday in October). Always UTC+1, advancing from GMT during daylight saving.

Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): Used in eastern North America during summer months (second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November). Always UTC-4, advancing from EST during daylight saving.

Consistent Time Difference: BST is always exactly 5 hours ahead of EDT when both zones are observing daylight saving time simultaneously.

Daylight Saving Time Impact

BST Period: Observed from the last Sunday in March to the last Sunday in October in the UK and Ireland

EDT Period: Observed from the second Sunday in March to the first Sunday in November in eastern North America

Overlap Period: Both timezones observe daylight saving simultaneously for most of the year, with brief periods where one reverts to standard time

Common Conversion Examples

Business Hours

BST 2:00 PM → EDT 9:00 AM

BST 5:00 PM → EDT 12:00 PM

Good overlap for trans-Atlantic business

Morning Meetings

BST 9:00 AM → EDT 4:00 AM

BST 10:00 AM → EDT 5:00 AM

UK morning is very early in North America

Afternoon Coordination

BST 3:00 PM → EDT 10:00 AM

BST 4:00 PM → EDT 11:00 AM

Ideal time for international calls

Evening Events

BST 7:00 PM → EDT 2:00 PM

BST 8:00 PM → EDT 3:00 PM

UK evening is North American afternoon

Conversion Tips & Best Practices

• BST is always 5 hours ahead of EDT - simply subtract 5 hours when converting from BST to EDT

• Both are summer time zones, so this conversion only applies during daylight saving periods

• Best meeting times are UK afternoon (2-5 PM BST) = North American morning (9 AM-12 PM EDT)

• UK and North America have slightly different daylight saving transition dates

• During winter months, use GMT to EST conversion instead (6-hour difference)

• Financial markets often coordinate using these time zones during summer trading periods

Turn British Summer Time into Eastern Daylight Time

If you've ever tried to schedule a meeting across the Atlantic, you know how confusing time differences can get. This BST to EDT Time Converter makes it simple. Before diving in, here’s a quick look at which countries follow each timezone during daylight saving months:

British Summer Time (UTC+1)	Eastern Daylight Time (UTC-4)
🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇬🇮 Gibraltar 🇨🇾 Cyprus (partially) 🇵🇹 Portugal (Azores excluded) 🇲🇹 Malta	🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇦 Canada 🇧🇸 Bahamas 🇧🇲 Bermuda 🇭🇹 Haiti 🇹🇨 Turks and Caicos Islands

Why this tool makes scheduling so much easier

Juggling two timezones is frustrating, especially when daylight saving changes kick in. This calculator takes the guesswork out. Whether you're planning a video call from Manchester to Miami or checking when the markets open in Toronto from Dublin, the tool ensures you hit the right time on both ends. You set the time in one zone and it gives you the exact match in the other, right down to the second.

How to use it without overthinking it

Step 1: Set your time and date

Start by choosing the date and time for either BST or EDT. You'll see a dropdown letting you pick which timezone you're starting with. BST is the default, but you can switch to EDT if you're starting from North America.

Step 2: Choose your settings

There are three extra checkboxes to tailor the results:

Daylight Saving Aware - Keeps conversions accurate based on current daylight saving rules.
Show UTC Offset - Displays how far ahead or behind each timezone is from UTC.
Show Details - Reveals breakdowns like time difference, exact offsets, and formatted results.

Step 3: Hit Convert

Click the Convert Time button. You’ll instantly get the converted time, formatted date, and key details like how many hours ahead or behind the destination is.

Step 4: Fine-tune or reset

Click Swap to flip the direction of the conversion (e.g., EDT to BST).
Now sets the current time in your selected timezone.
Reset clears everything so you can start fresh.

Want the time in 24-hour format?

Tap the 12 Hour / 24 Hour button to switch between formats. It updates the live clocks too, so you're always seeing time the way you prefer.

Smart extras built in for tricky time situations

This isn't just a basic converter. It handles real-life time quirks you probably deal with:

Live Clocks - See the current time in both BST and EDT, updating every second.
Formatted Output - Along with the raw time, you get both input and output in a clean readable format (date, time, and timezone abbreviation).
DST Insights - It shows whether each zone is currently in daylight saving or standard time, based on the date you choose.
Auto-reset of labels - When switching between zones, the headings and timezone labels update automatically to reflect the new direction of conversion.

Where it comes in handy

Let’s say you’re in Gibraltar trying to set up a remote check-in with a team based in Canada. This converter makes sure you don’t accidentally suggest a call at 3 AM their time. Just set your local time in BST, hit convert, and you’ll see what it is in EDT. No awkward rescheduling, no timezone math, and no need to double-check with Google.

One click, no timezone drama

Timezones can sneak up on you. This BST to EDT converter keeps things straight without making it a project. Whether you're sorting your own schedule or planning across borders, you’ll always have the right time on both ends. Just type it in, hit convert, and move on with your day.