Time difference between Houston and Toronto

Toronto is 1 hour ahead of Houston.

United States · Central Daylight Time

2:43 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Canada · Eastern Daylight Time

3:43 AM

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Houston to Toronto time converter

Green rows are office hours in both places; light green rows are when both are awake.

What is the time difference between Houston and Toronto?

Toronto is 1 hour ahead of Houston. Houston is on UTC−5 and Toronto is on UTC−4.

What time is it in Toronto when it is 9 AM in Houston?

When it is 9:00 AM in Houston, it is 10:00 AM in Toronto.

When is the best time to call Toronto from Houston?

The best time to call or meet is 9:00 AM–5:00 PM in Houston (10:00 AM–6:00 PM in Toronto), when both places are in normal office hours.

Does the time difference between Houston and Toronto change?

Yes. Because of daylight saving time, the difference changes on Sunday, March 14, 2027, when Toronto will be 2 hours ahead of Houston.

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