Area code 785
Area code 785 serves Topeka and nearby parts of Kansas, including Lawrence, Manhattan and Salina. It crosses a time zone line, so part of the code is on Central Time and part is on Mountain Time.
Topeka, Lawrence, Manhattan, Salina and nearly all of the code.
Goodland and the other northwest counties on the Colorado line.
Area code 785 at a glance
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| Main city | Topeka |
| Time zone | Central Time and Mountain Time |
| UTC offset | Central Time: UTC−6 in winter, UTC−5 in summer Mountain Time: UTC−7 in winter, UTC−6 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 785
- Topeka
- Lawrence
- Manhattan
- Salina
An area code shows where a number was first assigned. Mobile numbers keep their area code when people move, so the person you’re calling may be somewhere else.
When you can call a 785 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Because this code spans two time zones, the times below cover only the hours that are allowed in both parts.
General information, not legal advice. Some states add rules for Sundays, holidays or the number of calls. See our calling hours guide.
| If you’re on | You can call 785 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Central | 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Mountain | 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Arizona | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Pacific | 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
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Questions about 785
What time zone is area code 785?
Area code 785 crosses a time zone line. Topeka, Lawrence, Manhattan, Salina and nearly all of the code are on Central Time, and Goodland and the other northwest counties on the Colorado line are on Mountain Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 785?
Area code 785 is in Kansas. Its main city is Topeka, and it also covers Lawrence, Manhattan and Salina.
What are the legal hours to call a 785 number?
Under the federal TCPA, sales calls are allowed from 8 AM to 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Personal and informational calls are not limited by these hours.