ET to PST Converter

Category: Time Zone Converters

- June 29, 2025

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Eastern Time (ET)

UTC-5/-4 • New York, Miami, Toronto

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 (ET): -5

UTC Offset (PST): -8

DST Status: --

ET Time: --

PST Time: --

Time Format:

Current ET: --:--:--

Current PST: --:--:--

🇺🇸 ET switches between EST (UTC-5) in winter and EDT (UTC-4) in summer. PST is observed during standard time (November-March). During summer, PST becomes PDT (UTC-7).

ET to PST Conversion Guide

What is ET to PST Conversion?

ET to PST conversion helps you translate time between Eastern Time and Pacific Standard Time zones. ET (Eastern Time) switches between EST (UTC-5) in winter and EDT (UTC-4) in summer. 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 Time (ET): Used on the US East Coast including New York, Miami, Atlanta. Switches between EST (UTC-5) in winter and EDT (UTC-4) in summer based on daylight saving time.

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: PST is 3 hours behind ET most of the year, or 4 hours behind during brief transition periods when only one observes 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

Consistent Difference: The time difference is usually 3 hours (EDT to PDT, EST to PST) but can be 4 hours during transition periods

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)

EST 9:00 AM → PST 6:00 AM

EST 5:00 PM → PST 2:00 PM

3-hour difference during winter months

Meeting Planning

Best ET Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Converts to PST: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Good overlap for business meetings

Cross-Country Calls

ET Evening: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

PST Afternoon: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Perfect for after-work coordination

Conversion Tips & Best Practices

• ET to PST is one of the most common US timezone conversions for business

• Both coasts observe daylight saving time on the same schedule, keeping the difference consistent

• The 3-hour difference allows for good business hour overlap between coasts

• When in doubt, use "ET" and "PT" as generic terms rather than EST/EDT or PST/PDT

• Always specify the timezone when scheduling across the continental US

• Remember that prime time TV shows air 3 hours apart between these zones

Convert Time Between Coasts

If you’re coordinating between New York and Los Angeles, or juggling meetings across the US, this ET to PST time conversion tool is here to keep things simple. No guessing, no mental math. Just a clean interface that handles the difference, accounts for daylight saving, and gets you back on schedule fast.

What this calculator actually does

At its core, this tool converts time between Eastern Time (ET) and Pacific Standard Time (PST). Whether you’re entering an exact time for tomorrow or pulling the current time instantly, it handles the conversion and gives you a clear readout of what that moment looks like on the other coast.

You can work in either direction: start from ET and convert to PST, or flip it around. The interface adjusts automatically to show the correct labels and city references as you switch.

Why it’s worth using

If you've ever sent an email that said “Let’s meet at 3,” and then had to follow up with “Wait, I meant 3 Eastern,” you know the pain. This calculator helps avoid that. Whether you’re booking flights, scheduling interviews, or planning a call with someone in San Francisco while you’re in Toronto, this tool keeps things clear and accurate.

It even gives you a heads-up on whether daylight saving is involved, so you don’t accidentally plan something an hour off when the clocks change.

Here’s how to use it

Step-by-step

Pick a date and time in the left panel (this defaults to ET if you're starting there).
Select which timezone that time belongs to, either ET or PST, from the dropdown menu.
Click “Convert Time” or use the auto-convert option to get the result immediately.
The converted time will appear on the right, complete with the date, timezone abbreviation (like EDT or PST), and a few extra details like the UTC offset and time difference.

Need to flip the direction?

Just hit the “Swap” button and the zones will reverse, turning the output into the new input.

Want the current time?

Click “Now” and it fills in today’s date and time for you based on your selected input zone.

Extra options you might not notice at first

This tool is packed with toggles that let you fine-tune how you view and understand time conversion:

Auto Convert: As soon as you change the date or time, it updates the output without needing another click.
Daylight Saving Aware: Keeps track of whether DST is active in either zone for the selected date. Turn this off to treat time as fixed year-round.
Show UTC Offset: Adds the exact UTC offset (like -5 or -7) for each zone in your result.
Show Seconds: Gives you a precise second-by-second conversion. Or turn it off if you prefer cleaner displays.
12/24 Hour Format Toggle: Use the button labeled “12 Hour” (or “24 Hour” once you switch) to change how times are displayed.

Common questions this tool quietly handles

What happens during daylight saving time changes? It detects the exact rules used in the US and updates accordingly. No need to remember when the clocks change.
Will it still work if I start from Pacific Time instead? Yes. The dropdown lets you flip input zones, and the tool smartly reverses the interface for clarity.
Can I use keyboard shortcuts? Absolutely. Hit spacebar or Enter to convert, “S” to swap zones, “N” for now, “R” to reset, or “F” to switch formats.

One example of when this comes in handy

Imagine you're in Seattle (PST) planning a Zoom call with a client in Miami (ET). You want to catch them during their business hours without having to pull out a time zone map. Set the time in PST, choose your zone, and get the correct Eastern Time on the right, including whether they’ll be on daylight time or not. It’s fast and dead simple.

Keep your calendar clean and your calls on time

This tool strips away confusion and gives you the clarity you need to schedule across time zones without double-checking charts or relying on fuzzy memory. Whether you're syncing teams, planning travel, or just want to know if 5 PM ET is too early to call California, it has your back. No frills. Just results.