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ET to PT Converter
Convert Eastern Time (ET) to Pacific Time (PT) and compare the time difference between the two time zones.
Local: Wed, Sep 9, 2026 00:00 PM
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ET to PT Time Difference
PT is 3 hours behind of ET.
The time difference shown above uses the offsets in effect on November 2, 2026. Daylight saving time may change the difference on other dates.
ET to PT Conversion Table
Use this table as a quick reference when converting common times from ET to PT. The table uses the time zone offsets in effect on November 2, 2026.
| ET | PT |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 9:00 PMprevious day |
| 3:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
| 6:00 AM | 3:00 AM |
| 9:00 AM | 6:00 AM |
| 12:00 PM | 9:00 AM |
| 3:00 PM | 12:00 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| 9:00 PM | 6:00 PM |
About Eastern Time (ET)
Eastern Time (ET) is used in parts of the United States and Canada and automatically changes between EST and EDT.
- Abbreviation
- ET
- Current UTC Offset
- UTC-5
- Region
- North America
About Pacific Time (PT)
Pacific Time (PT) is used on the west coast of the United States and Canada and automatically changes between PST and PDT.
- Abbreviation
- PT
- Current UTC Offset
- UTC-8
- Region
- North America
How to Convert ET to PT
Compare the Zones
The converter calculates the corresponding time in PT.
Check the Date
Remember that a conversion can move the result to the previous or next calendar day.