CST ↔ PST Time Converter

Convert CST to PST instantly. Central Standard Time is UTC-6 / UTC-5 (CDT) and Pacific Standard Time is UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT) — a 2h behind difference. Enter any time in either field — both are fully editable. Use the ⇄ button to swap directions.

🕐 Live Current Times

CST
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Central Standard Time
2h behind
⇄ PST→CST
PST
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Pacific Standard Time

⚡ Bidirectional Time Converter

CST (UTC-6 / UTC-5 (CDT)) → PST (UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT)) · Difference: 2h behind (auto-adjusts for DST)

ℹ️ Timezone Details

CST Offset
UTC-6 / UTC-5 (CDT)
PST Offset
UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT)
Difference
2h behind
CST Full Name
Central Standard Time
PST Full Name
Pacific Standard Time
Vice Versa
PST → CST ↗

🤝 Best Meeting Hours Between CST and PST

Because PST is 2h behind CST, use this table to plan calls that fall in reasonable working hours for both sides.

CSTPSTSuitability
7:00 AM5:00 AMGood — early morning start
8:00 AM6:00 AMBest overlap
9:00 AM7:00 AMBest overlap
10:00 AM8:00 AMBest overlap
11:00 AM9:00 AMGood — late afternoon

🏙️ Cities Covered by Each Time Zone

CST Cities
Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Minneapolis, Kansas City, New Orleans
PST Cities
Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Portland, Las Vegas, San Diego

Note: Some timezones observe Daylight Saving Time, so the offset may change seasonally. The live clocks and converter on this page adjust automatically.

📋 Full 24-Hour Conversion Table — CST to PST

CST (12h)CST (24h)PST (12h)PST (24h)DayType
12:00 AM00:0010:00 PM22:00-1 DayNight
1:00 AM01:0011:00 PM23:00-1 DayNight
2:00 AM02:0012:00 AM00:00—Night
3:00 AM03:001:00 AM01:00—Night
4:00 AM04:002:00 AM02:00—Night
5:00 AM05:003:00 AM03:00—Night
6:00 AM06:004:00 AM04:00—
7:00 AM07:005:00 AM05:00—
8:00 AM08:006:00 AM06:00—
9:00 AM09:007:00 AM07:00—Business
10:00 AM10:008:00 AM08:00—Business
11:00 AM11:009:00 AM09:00—Business
12:00 PM12:0010:00 AM10:00—Business
1:00 PM13:0011:00 AM11:00—Business
2:00 PM14:0012:00 PM12:00—Business
3:00 PM15:001:00 PM13:00—Business
4:00 PM16:002:00 PM14:00—Business
5:00 PM17:003:00 PM15:00—Business
6:00 PM18:004:00 PM16:00—
7:00 PM19:005:00 PM17:00—
8:00 PM20:006:00 PM18:00—
9:00 PM21:007:00 PM19:00—
10:00 PM22:008:00 PM20:00—Night
11:00 PM23:009:00 PM21:00—Night

Note: this table uses a fixed offset. During Daylight Saving Time the difference may change — use the live converter above which adjusts automatically.

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💡 How to Convert CST to PST

1
Find the offset — Central Standard Time is UTC-6 / UTC-5 (CDT) and Pacific Standard Time is UTC-8 / UTC-7 (PDT). The difference between them is 2h behind.
2
Use either input field — Type a time in the CST field to get the PST equivalent, or type in the PST field to get the CST time. Both fields are editable.
3
Swap directions — Click ⇄ to instantly swap the conversion direction, or visit the PST to CST page.
4
Check the table — The 24-hour reference table shows every hour converted, with working hours marked green and late night/early morning marked orange.
5
Watch for day changes — Some times cross midnight, so a "+1 Day" or "-1 Day" note appears to show the date is different in the converted timezone.

❓ FAQ — CST to PST

What is the time difference between CST and PST?

Pacific Standard Time (PST) is 2h behind Central Standard Time (CST).

How do I convert CST to PST?

Use the converter above — type any time in the CST field and the PST result appears instantly. You can also refer to the 24-hour table on this page.

Is PST ahead or behind CST?

Pacific Standard Time (PST) is 2h behind Central Standard Time (CST).

How do I convert PST back to CST?

Simply type in the PST field in the bidirectional converter above — it works in both directions. Or visit the dedicated PST to CST converter page.

What is the best overlap time for meetings between CST and PST?

Use the meeting hours table above to find windows where both timezones fall within reasonable working hours.