CST to PST Converter
Quickly convert a time from Central Time (CST, UTC-6) to Pacific Time (PST, UTC-8).
Difference
PST = CST − 2 hours. If it's 3:00 PM CST, it's 1:00 PM PST.
How it works
CST is UTC-6 and PST is UTC-8, so PST is always 2 hours behind CST.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours difference between CST and PST?
PST (Pacific Standard Time) is 2 hours behind CST (Central Standard Time). For example, 12:00 PM CST = 10:00 AM PST.
Does this change with Daylight Saving Time?
During DST the difference may vary. CST = UTC-6, PST = UTC-8 (2-hour difference standard time).