How Do I Convert PST to EST?
Time Zones3 min readApril 1, 2026

How Do I Convert PST to EST?

How do I convert PST to EST? PST is 3 hours behind EST. Here's the formula, a full conversion table, and the key facts about the PST to EST time difference.

Sarah Chen
Time Zone Researcher

How Do I Convert PST to EST?

PST is 3 hours behind EST.
  • PST = UTC-8
  • EST = UTC-5

To convert PST to EST: add 3 hours. To convert EST to PST: subtract 3 hours.

Quick Conversion Table

PSTEST
6 AM9 AM
9 AM12 PM
12 PM3 PM
3 PM6 PM
5 PM8 PM

Scheduling Tips

  • 9 AM New York = 6 AM Los Angeles (very early for West Coast)
  • 12 PM New York = 9 AM Los Angeles (sweet spot)
  • 5 PM New York = 2 PM Los Angeles (works for both)

Quick Answer

Add 3 hours. PST is always 3 hours behind EST, year-round.

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