CST: Central Standard Time
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UTC−06:00
North American CST is used here; the abbreviation is ambiguous worldwide.
Clear abbreviation meanings
CST to EST time
Convert Central Standard Time (UTC−06:00) to Eastern Standard Time (UTC−05:00). The meanings used on this page are explicit because short time-zone abbreviations can be ambiguous.
CST
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UTC−06:00
Quick answer
The current difference is calculated here. Use the interactive converter for a specific past or future date.
EST: Eastern Standard Time
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UTC−05:00
A fixed standard-time offset. Use a city page for seasonal Eastern Time.
Avoid abbreviation mistakes
For travel, legal deadlines or future meetings, choose a named city or IANA zone. A short abbreviation alone may refer to more than one region.
24-hour CST to EST table
The table uses the exact definitions stated above.
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Frequently asked questions
What does CST mean here?
Central Standard Time (UTC−06:00). North American CST is used here; the abbreviation is ambiguous worldwide.
What does EST mean here?
Eastern Standard Time (UTC−05:00). A fixed standard-time offset. Use a city page for seasonal Eastern Time.