Time Difference: London vs Washington DC
London
7:38:59 AM BST
Sunday, April 5, 2026
5h
5h
Washington DC
2:38:59 AM EDT
Sunday, April 5, 2026
Washington DC is 5 hours behind London.
Quick Reference
- London
- BST (GMT+1)
GMT starts on Oct 25, 2026
- Washington DC
- EDT (GMT-4)
EST starts on Nov 1, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the time difference between London and Washington DC?
- Washington DC is 5 hours behind London.
- When is the best time to call from London to Washington DC?
- The best time to call is during overlapping business hours (9 AM – 5 PM) in both cities. Use the interactive converter on this page to visually compare hours side by side.
- Does the time difference change with daylight saving time?
- The time difference may change when either city enters or exits daylight saving time. London uses BST and Washington DC uses EDT.