Convert CST to EST: Central to Eastern Time Conversion
Central to Eastern is a simple 1-hour conversion within the US. Central Time is one hour behind Eastern, so adding 1 hour gets you EST.
Time Zone Overview
CST/CDT
Central Standard Time is UTC-6 (winter), CDT is UTC-5 (summer, same DST schedule as the East).
EST/EDT
Eastern is UTC-5 (winter), UTC-4 (summer).
Conversion Formula
EST = CST + 1 hour (and EDT = CDT + 1 hour)
Conversion Examples
Winter: 9:00 AM CST (Chicago) → 10:00 AM EST (NY)
Summer: 9:00 AM CDT → 10:00 AM EDT
Quick Reference Table (CST → EST)
| Central | Eastern |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | 7:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 10:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 1:00 PM |
| 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
Common Use Cases
- Chicago–New York meetings
- Texas–Atlanta coordination
- Broadcast schedules across US regions
Frequently Asked Questions
How far behind is Central from Eastern?
1 hour.
Does DST change the gap?
No, both switch together, gap stays 1 hour.
If it's 9 AM CST, what time is it EST?
10 AM EST.
Which cities are Central?
Chicago, Houston, Dallas, New Orleans, Minneapolis.
How do I convert EST to CST?
Subtract 1 hour.
Use our world clock for live Central and Eastern times.