BST to CET Time Converter
British Summer Time (BST) and Central European Time (CET) are currently on the same time. BST is UTC+1 and CET is UTC+1. The table below converts every hour of the day between the two, and the call planner shows where working hours line up.
Best Time for a Call
BST and CET keep the same clock time, so anything inside normal working hours suits both sides.
Comparing more than two places? The Overlap Zones tool shows working hours for several cities on one grid.
Hour by Hour: BST to CET
Rows marked office hours fall between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM in both places. For a specific date, use the interactive converter.
Does the Difference Change During the Year?
BST and CET are fixed offsets, so the difference between them never changes.
BST is UTC+1, used in the UK from late March to late October. In winter the UK is on GMT. BST can also refer to Bangladesh Standard Time, which is UTC+6.
CET is UTC+1, used across most of continental Europe in winter. The region switches to CEST (UTC+2) from late March to late October.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours ahead is CET compared to BST?
CET and BST are currently on the same time. BST and CET are fixed offsets, so the difference between them never changes.
What time is 9:00 AM in BST in CET?
9:00 AM in BST is 9:00 AM in CET.
What is the best time for a call between BST and CET?
BST and CET keep the same clock time, so anything inside normal working hours suits both sides.