EST to CST Converter
EST in CST Converter
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EST to CST Time Difference Calculator
between EST and CST: 1 hour behind
How to convert EST to CST
To convert from EST to CST, note that the time difference is 1 hours. Steps: 1. Click the EST (left) and select the time you want to convert. 2. The corresponding time in CST (right) will update automatically. 3. You can also adjust the date and time by clicking the date or time field. When it's 12:00 PM in EST, it's 11:00 AM in CST. This conversion accounts for daylight saving time (DST) changes, which can affect the time difference throughout the year
What Current Time Now in EST?
The current time in EST is 10:24 AM, December 25, 2025.
What Current Time Now in CST?
The current time in CST is 9:24 AM, December 25, 2025.
EST to CST Conversion Chart
| EST (Source Time) | CST (Target Time) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
| 1:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 2:00 AM | 1:00 AM |
| 3:00 AM | 2:00 AM |
| 4:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 5:00 AM | 4:00 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 5:00 AM |
| 7:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 8:00 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 8:00 AM |
| 10:00 AM | 9:00 AM |
| 11:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 11:00 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 2:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 5:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
| 7:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
| 8:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
| 10:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| 11:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
Why Trust Our Time Zone Converter
Our time zone converter uses the official IANA Time Zone Database, which is maintained by a group of volunteers and is the most accurate source for time zone information worldwide. The converter automatically accounts for daylight saving time changes and provides real-time conversion based on current DST status.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between EST and CST?
The time difference between EST (Eastern Standard Time) and CST (Central Standard Time) is 1 hours. EST is behind CST.
Does EST observe daylight saving time?
EST does not observe daylight saving time.
How do I convert a specific time from EST to CST?
Use the time converter above. Enter the date and time in EST, and the converter will automatically display the corresponding time in CST.
Is the time difference constant throughout the year?
The time difference may vary if either EST or CST observes daylight saving time (DST). During DST periods, the offset changes by one hour. Our converter automatically accounts for these changes.