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Toronto to London Time Difference
London is 5 hours ahead of Toronto
Toronto vs London — At a Glance
Toronto to London — Hour-by-Hour
About Toronto and London
Toronto (population: 2.9M) is known for Canada's financial capital, the CN Tower, and multicultural diversity. London (population: 8.8M) is known for global finance, the City of London, Buckingham Palace, and the world's oldest underground railway.
Business Hours Overlap
Toronto and London are both global financial centers. When Toronto's market closes, London's is already open, creating a relay pattern common in 24-hour trading.
Calling Between Cities
To call London (+44) from Toronto (+1), aim for late morning or early afternoon in Toronto — that corresponds to evening hours in London when people are usually available.
Currency
Toronto uses CAD while London uses GBP. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Toronto and London share English as a common language, which simplifies business communication.
Use our world clock tool to compare Toronto and London visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Toronto and London?
London, United Kingdom is 5 hours ahead of Toronto, Canada. Toronto is in the America/New York timezone (UTC-4) and London is in the Europe/London timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Toronto, what time is it in London?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Toronto, it's 5:00 PM in London.
What is the best time to call London from Toronto?
The best time to call London from Toronto is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Toronto, it's 2:00 PM in London. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Toronto for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does London use?
London, United Kingdom uses GBP. Toronto uses CAD. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in London?
The primary language in London is English. Toronto also speaks English, making communication easier.
How do I dial London from Toronto?
To call London from Toronto, dial your international access code followed by +44 and the local number. Toronto uses country code +1 and London uses +44.
