US ELECTION 2024

Poll opening and closing times in every state with their associated time zone for the 2024 US election

Complete state-by-state guide to Election Day hours and time zone details across the US as voters turn out to send Harris or Trump to the White House.

As the country decides between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump to be the next president of the nation, knowing when the polls open and close on Tuesday, 5 November 2024, is vital to ensuring your voice is heard.

Polling hours vary by state, and sometimes by county or municipality, so check our guide below to find out exactly when to go and cast your ballot. Make sure to bring identification if required and stay up to date on the big issues to make your mind up as you cast your vote for America’s future.

Poll opening and closing times in each state

StatePolling Hours (all times local)Time Zone(s)Notes
Alabama7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Central; Eastern in some areas like Phenix City
Alaska7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Alaska and Hawaii-Aleutian
Arizona6 a.m. to 7 p.m.Mountain (Navajo Nation observes Daylight Saving Time)
Arkansas7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.Central
California7 a.m. to 8 p.m.PacificLargely by mail
Colorado7 a.m. to 7 p.m.MountainLargely by mail
Connecticut6 a.m. to 8 p.m.Eastern
Delaware7 a.m. to 8 p.m.Eastern
District of Columbia7 a.m. to 8 p.m.Eastern
Florida7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Eastern; Central in parts of the Panhandle
Georgia7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Eastern
Hawaii7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Hawaii-Aleutian
Idaho8 a.m. to 8 p.m.Mountain and Pacific; varies by county
Illinois6 a.m. to 7 p.m.Central; Eastern in parts of northwest Indiana suburbs
Indiana6 a.m. to 6 p.m.Eastern; some areas on Central
Iowa7 a.m. to 8 p.m.Central
Kansas7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Central; some counties observe MountainCounties are given the discretion to open polls prior to 7 a.m. or close polls after 7 p.m.
Kentucky6 a.m. to 6 p.m.Eastern; Central in some areas
Louisiana6 a.m. to 8 p.m.Central
Maine6 a.m. to 8 p.m.EasternMunicipalities with populations of less than 500 may open up to 10 a.m. Larger municipalities open between 6 a.m. and 8 a.m.
Maryland7 a.m. to 8 p.m.Eastern
Massachusetts7 a.m. to 8 p.m.Eastern
Michigan7 a.m. to 8 p.m.Eastern; Upper Peninsula in Central
Minnesota7 a.m. to 8 p.m.CentralMunicipalities with fewer than 500 registered voters can open polling places as late as 10 a.m.
Mississippi7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Central
Missouri6 a.m. to 7 p.m.Central
Montana7 a.m. to 8 p.m.MountainPolling places with <400 voters may open at noon
Nebraska8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central / 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. MountainCentral and Mountain
Nevada7 a.m. to 7 p.m.PacificLargely by mail
New Hampshire11 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.EasternOpening times vary by municipality, must be open at 11 a.m. or earlier and cannot close before 7 p.m.
New Jersey6 a.m. to 8 p.m.Eastern
New Mexico7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Mountain
New York6 a.m. to 9 p.m.Eastern
North Carolina6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.Eastern
North DakotaVaries by county. Open between 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.; close between 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.Central; Mountain in western counties
Ohio6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.Eastern
Oklahoma7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Central
Oregon7 a.m. to 8 p.m.PacificLargely by mail
Pennsylvania7 a.m. to 8 p.m.Eastern
Rhode Island7 a.m. to 8 p.m.Eastern
South Carolina7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Eastern
South Dakota7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Central; Mountain in some areas
TennesseeOpening varies by county. Closes at 8 p.m. (Eastern) / 7 p.m. (Central)Eastern and Central
Texas7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Central; Mountain in El Paso and Hudspeth counties
Utah7 a.m. to 8 p.m.MountainLargely by mail
VermontOpen between 5 a.m. to 10 a.m.; close at 7 p.m.EasternLargely by mail
Virginia6 a.m. to 7 p.m.Eastern
WashingtonOpening varies; closes at 8 p.m.PacificLargely by mail
West Virginia6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.Eastern
Wisconsin7 a.m. to 8 p.m.Central
Wyoming7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Mountain

Voting advice and tips for the 2024 Presidential Election

If you’ve already voted by mail or absentee ballot, you cannot vote again. However if you received a ballot in the mail you might be able to vote, but you’ll need to check your state or local election office.

Here are some tips on filling out the ballot paper.

To make the in-person voting experience easier:

  • Bring water, snacks, and any needed medication if you anticipate waiting for a while.
  • Make sure your phone battery is charged or you have a spare batter to charge it from.
  • Check your polling location ahead of time; it may have changed from previous elections.
  • Review your sample ballot before you go to save time when filling out your selections.

Best times to go vote

In general the busiest times are right when the polling stations open - it’s definitely best to avoid the 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. slot. Things tend to quieten down around mid-morning, but lines can ramp back up between noon and 1 p.m.

There is often a final rush as polls near closing, so try and avoid cutting it fine. Know though that provided you are IN LINE by closing time, you will be allowed to vote. Don’t leave!

Provisional ballots

Remember, if there is an issue with your registration or ID, you can request a provisional ballot, which will later be checked to see if it is valid. It is better to cast a provisional rather than just walk away. Voting is your right and your ability to have your voice heard, make sure you exercise it.