EDT to PST Converter

Category: Time Zone Converters

- June 29, 2025

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Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

UTC-4 • New York, Miami, Atlanta

Conversion Settings

Configure your timezone conversion preferences

Auto Convert

Daylight Saving Aware

Show UTC Offset

Show Seconds

Pacific Standard Time (PST)

UTC-8 • Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle

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Select a time to convert

Time Difference: --

UTC Offset (EDT): -4

UTC Offset (PST): -8

DST Status: --

EDT Time: --

PST Time: --

Time Format:

Current EDT: --:--:--

Current PST: --:--:--

🇺🇸 EDT is observed during daylight saving time (March-November). PST is observed during standard time (November-March). During summer, PST becomes PDT (UTC-7).

EDT to PST Conversion Guide

What is EDT to PST Conversion?

EDT to PST conversion helps you translate time between Eastern Daylight Time and Pacific Standard Time zones. EDT is UTC-4 and is used during daylight saving time from March to November. PST is UTC-8 and is used during standard time from November to March. The time difference varies between 3-4 hours depending on daylight saving periods.

Time Zone Information

Eastern Daylight Time (EDT): Used in the Eastern US including New York, Miami, Atlanta during daylight saving time. Always UTC-4 from second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November.

Pacific Standard Time (PST): Used on the US West Coast including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle during standard time. Always UTC-8 from first Sunday in November to second Sunday in March.

Time Difference: When EDT is active and PST is active simultaneously (brief overlap periods), EDT is 4 hours ahead of PST. During most of the year, it's 3 hours when both observe daylight time.

Daylight Saving Time Impact

Eastern Time: Switches between EST (UTC-5) in winter and EDT (UTC-4) in summer

Pacific Time: Switches between PST (UTC-8) in winter and PDT (UTC-7) in summer

Variable Difference: The time difference changes from 3 hours (EDT to PDT) to 4 hours (EDT to PST) depending on which zones are observing daylight time

Common Conversion Examples

Business Hours (Summer)

EDT 9:00 AM → PDT 6:00 AM

EDT 5:00 PM → PDT 2:00 PM

3-hour difference during summer months

Business Hours (Winter Overlap)

EDT 9:00 AM → PST 5:00 AM

EDT 5:00 PM → PST 1:00 PM

4-hour difference during brief overlap periods

Meeting Planning

Best EDT Time: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Converts to PST/PDT: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Optimal business hours overlap

Travel Planning

EDT Departure: 8:00 AM

PST/PDT Arrival: 5:00 AM / 4:00 AM

Account for changing time differences

Conversion Tips & Best Practices

• Remember that EDT is only used during daylight saving time (March-November)

• PST is only used during standard time (November-March) when West Coast observes standard time

• During summer months, you're usually converting EDT to PDT (3-hour difference)

• The 4-hour difference (EDT to PST) only occurs during brief transition periods

• Always verify current daylight saving status when scheduling across these zones

• Both time zones change on the same dates (second Sunday in March, first Sunday in November)

EDT to PST Time Converter

Coordinating meetings between New York and Los Angeles? Catching a flight out of Atlanta with a layover in Seattle? This time converter makes it painless to jump between Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) and Pacific Standard Time (PST), including all the tricky daylight saving rules. Whether you're syncing teams, planning travel, or just trying to figure out when to call your friend on the West Coast, this tool does the math for you instantly.

What This Converter Actually Does

At its core, this calculator takes a date and time in either Eastern or Pacific time and converts it to the other, giving you the result down to the second. It accounts for whether daylight saving is active and shows you not just the time but also the day, offset from UTC, and whether the destination time zone is in daylight saving mode. The tool updates live time clocks too, so you always know what time it is right now in both zones.

When You’d Want to Use It

If you’re working across US time zones, this is one of those small Tools that saves you from second-guessing your math. Say you're in Atlanta and need to set up a 3 PM call with a colleague in San Francisco—just plug in the time, and the tool tells you exactly what that looks like on the other coast. It’s also handy when you're traveling, attending webinars, or handling customer support hours across time zones.

Here’s How to Use It

Step-by-step guide

Pick your starting time zone. By default, it’s set to EDT, but you can switch to PST using the dropdown.
Select the date and time you want to convert. You can use the calendar and clock-style pickers.
Choose your options—want to see seconds? Should it auto-convert when you change inputs? You can control all that below the time input.
Hit “Convert Time” or let it do the math automatically if that setting’s on. The converted time will show up along with the date, time difference, and other details.
Use the “Swap” button if you want to flip directions—from PST to EDT instead.
Click “Now” to fill in the current time from your selected zone instantly.
Need a clean slate? Tap “Reset” to start over with today’s date and time.

Smart Settings You Can Adjust

This isn’t just a basic time swapper. There are a few extras built in that make a real difference:

Auto Convert: When this is checked, you don’t need to press the convert button. Just change the time or date and it updates right away.
Daylight Saving Aware: This one’s on by default and makes sure the converter respects daylight saving periods. You can turn it off if you're working with fixed offsets.
Show UTC Offset: Want to see something like “-04:00” next to the time? Enable this to get clarity on the time difference.
Show Seconds: You can toggle whether the converter displays times down to the second.
12 vs 24 Hour Format: Use the button labeled “12 Hour” or “24 Hour” to switch your preferred format for both display and conversion.

Answers to Questions That Often Come Up

What’s the actual time difference between EDT and PST?

It’s usually 3 hours, but it can shift to 4 hours when the regions are observing different daylight saving settings. For example, if it’s August, New York is on EDT and California is on PDT. That’s a 3-hour gap. If you’re in early November, New York might still be on daylight time while California has already switched to standard time. That’s a 4-hour gap.

Do I always have to convert from EDT?

Nope. You can swap directions using the “Swap” button or by selecting a different starting zone from the dropdown. The labels and titles update automatically so you know which zone you’re starting with.

Can it show current time in both zones?

Yes. Just look at the “Current EDT” and “Current PST” sections. These update every second and help you get a quick pulse check of what time it is right now on both coasts.

What happens if I leave the date or time blank?

The result section will show placeholder text. The tool waits for both a date and a time to be entered before converting. That helps avoid confusion or inaccurate results.

Where This Tool Comes in Handy

Suppose you’re managing a small team split between New York and Los Angeles. You want to schedule a call that respects everyone's work hours. With this converter, you can enter a 2 PM EDT time and quickly confirm it’s 11 AM PDT. It’s also great if you’re in Miami planning a connecting flight through San Francisco, just punch in the departure time and get the West Coast arrival slot without fumbling with time math.

Keep Your Schedule Lined Up Without the Guesswork

Time zones shouldn’t make your head spin. Whether you’re setting up meetings, planning a trip, or just checking in with someone out west, this converter clears things up in seconds. No calculations, no confusion, just two time zones made easier to live and work across. Give it a try and keep your schedule right where it should be.