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MST to EST Converter

EST is 2 hours ahead of MST

Current MST Time
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America/Denver
Current EST Time
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America/New_York
Time Diff
2h ahead
MST
UTC-7
EST
UTC-5
Overlapping hours: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM MST (6h)

MST to EST Conversion Table

Green rows indicate standard business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in EST

MST to EST time conversion table showing all 24 hours
MST EST
12:00 AM 2:00 AM
1:00 AM 3:00 AM
2:00 AM 4:00 AM
3:00 AM 5:00 AM
4:00 AM 6:00 AM
5:00 AM 7:00 AM
6:00 AM 8:00 AM
7:00 AM 9:00 AM
8:00 AM 10:00 AM
9:00 AM 11:00 AM
10:00 AM 12:00 PM
11:00 AM 1:00 PM
12:00 PM 2:00 PM
1:00 PM 3:00 PM
2:00 PM 4:00 PM
3:00 PM 5:00 PM
4:00 PM 6:00 PM
5:00 PM 7:00 PM
6:00 PM 8:00 PM
7:00 PM 9:00 PM
8:00 PM 10:00 PM
9:00 PM 11:00 PM
10:00 PM 12:00 AM +1d
11:00 PM 1:00 AM +1d

Converting Mountain Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time

Mountain Standard Time (MST) and Eastern Standard Time (EST) are separated by a 2 hours time difference. EST is 2 hours ahead of MST. MST is UTC-7, used in United States, Canada, while EST is UTC-5, used in United States, Canada, Jamaica.

When converting from MST to EST, the key reference points to remember are: 9:00 AM MST equals 11:00 AM EST, 12:00 PM noon MST equals 2:00 PM EST, and 5:00 PM MST equals 7:00 PM EST. The conversion table above shows every hour of the day mapped between these two time zones.

Scheduling Across MST and EST

For professionals scheduling meetings between MST and EST, finding overlapping business hours is essential. Standard business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in each time zone. Given the 2 hours difference, the window of overlap may be limited. Use the highlighted working hours in the conversion table above to quickly identify suitable meeting times.

Daylight Saving Time Considerations

MST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to MDT (UTC-6) during summer months. EST observes DST, switching to EDT (UTC-4). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may temporarily change by 1 hour. Always verify the current offset during spring and fall transition periods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the time difference between MST and EST?
Eastern Standard Time (EST) is 2 hours ahead of Mountain Standard Time (MST). When it is 12:00 PM noon in MST, it is 2:00 PM in EST.
How do I convert MST to EST?
To convert MST to EST, add 2 hours to the MST time. For example, 9:00 AM MST is 11:00 AM EST. Use the conversion table above for a quick reference of all 24 hours.
Does MST or EST observe Daylight Saving Time?
MST observes Daylight Saving Time, switching to MDT (UTC-6). EST observes DST, switching to EDT (UTC-4). During DST transitions, the time difference between these zones may change by 1 hour.
What is the best time to schedule a call between MST and EST?
The best time to schedule a call between MST and EST is during overlapping business hours. If you are in MST, try scheduling between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM your time, then check the conversion table above to see what that corresponds to in EST.
Is MST ahead or behind EST?
MST (UTC-7) is 2 hours behind EST (UTC-5). MST corresponds to the IANA time zone America/Denver, while EST corresponds to America/New_York.

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