Area code 908
Area code 908 serves Elizabeth and nearby parts of New Jersey, including Plainfield, Linden and Westfield. It is on Eastern Time, which observes daylight saving time.
Area code 908 at a glance
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| Main city | Elizabeth |
| Time zone | Eastern Time |
| UTC offset | UTC−5 in winter, UTC−4 in summer |
| Daylight saving time | Yes |
Cities in 908
- Elizabeth
- Plainfield
- Linden
- Westfield
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 908 number
Federal telemarketing rules under the TCPA allow sales calls between 8 AM and 9 PM in the called person’s local time. Here is that window for a 908 number, shown in your own time zone.
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 908 between |
|---|---|
| Eastern | 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Central | 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM |
| Mountain | 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
| Arizona | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Pacific | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
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Questions about 908
What time zone is area code 908?
Area code 908 is on Eastern Time. It observes daylight saving time.
Where is area code 908?
Area code 908 is in New Jersey. Its main city is Elizabeth, and it also covers Plainfield, Linden and Westfield.
What are the legal hours to call a 908 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.