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London to Toronto Time Difference
Toronto is 5 hours behind London
London vs Toronto — At a Glance
London to Toronto — Hour-by-Hour
About London and Toronto
London (population: 8.8M) is known for global finance, the City of London, Buckingham Palace, and the world's oldest underground railway. Toronto (population: 2.9M) is known for Canada's financial capital, the CN Tower, and multicultural diversity.
Business Hours Overlap
London and Toronto are both global financial centers. When London's market closes, Toronto's is yet to open, creating a relay pattern common in 24-hour trading.
Calling Between Cities
To call Toronto (+1) from London (+44), aim for late morning or early afternoon in London — that corresponds to morning hours in Toronto when people are usually available.
Currency
London uses GBP while Toronto uses CAD. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
London and Toronto share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare London and Toronto visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between London and Toronto?
Toronto, Canada is 5 hours behind London, United Kingdom. London is in the Europe/London timezone (UTC+1) and Toronto is in the America/New York timezone (UTC-4).
When it's noon in London, what time is it in Toronto?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in London, it's 7:00 AM in Toronto.
What is the best time to call Toronto from London?
The best time to call Toronto from London is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in London, it's 4:00 AM in Toronto. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in London for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Toronto use?
Toronto, Canada uses CAD. London uses GBP. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Toronto?
The primary languages in Toronto are English, French. London also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial Toronto from London?
To call Toronto from London, dial your international access code followed by +1 and the local number. London uses country code +44 and Toronto uses +1.
