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Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia – Australia Flag

Current Date And Time In Wollongong, Australia

Friday, 14 August 2026
08:17:20 AEST
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Timezone: UTC +10:00 (AEST)
Population: 280,153
District: Wollongong

🗺 Map of Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Wollongong, a city in New South Wales, Australia, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Wollongong β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Wollongong.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Australia And Oceania • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Australia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Wollongong, New South Wales

📍 LATITUDE
34.424°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
150.893°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)34.424° S150.8935° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-34.424150.8935
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)34° 25' 26" S150° 53' 36" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)34° 25.44' S150° 53.607' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Wollongong Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:36 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:26 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
10h 50m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:01 PM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Wollongong’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Wollongong’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,832 km
(2,381 mi) • Wollongong is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
13,856 km
(8,610 mi) • Wollongong is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
34.424° N, 29.107° W
The point exactly opposite Wollongong through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Wollongong, you'd surface nearest to Lajes, Portugal, about 448 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Wollongong

📍 Location Details

CityWollongong
StateNew South Wales
CountryAustralia
ContinentAustralia And Oceania
DistrictWollongong
Time Zone+08:00 to +10:30
Founded1834-01-01

📈 Area & Population

Population280,153
Area (km²)684.00 km²
Area (mi²)264.09 mi²
Pop. Density409.58 /km²
Elevation29 m / 95 ft
GPS (DD)-34.424, 150.8935

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Wollongong

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: New South Wales
Parent Country: Australia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 280,153
🏆 State Rank: #4 of 1529 most populous in New South Wales
🏠 Share of New South Wales Population: 3.446%
📏 Built-Up Area: 684.00 km²
👥 Population Density: 410 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Wollongong to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around New South Wales.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Wollongong city centreNew South WalesS0 km0 mi~0m🗺 View
GwynnevilleNew South WalesNW1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
North WollongongNew South WalesN2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
MangertonNew South WalesSW2 km2 mi~2m🗺 View
Mount OusleyNew South WalesN2 km2 mi~2m🗺 View
KeiravilleNew South WalesW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Wollongong to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Sydney
68 km (42 mi)
NE of Wollongong • ~1h 8m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Canberra
187 km (116 mi)
SW of Wollongong • ~3h 7m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in New South Wales

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in New South Wales, the home state of Wollongong, along with each city's aerial distance from Sydney, New South Wales's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Sydney-33.8679° S151.2073° E58 m0 km🗺 View Map
Newcastle-32.9295° S151.7801° E48 m117 km🗺 View Map
Central Coast-33.4298° S151.3714° E15 m51 km🗺 View Map
Maitland-32.7331° S151.5574° E16 m130 km🗺 View Map
Coffs Harbour-30.2963° S153.1135° E6 m436 km🗺 View Map
Blue Mountains-33.7133° S150.3307° E978 m83 km🗺 View Map
Pittwater-33.6662° S151.3017° E-24 km🗺 View Map
Port Macquarie-31.4308° S152.9089° E10 m314 km🗺 View Map
Blacktown-33.7667° S150.9167° E67 m29 km🗺 View Map
Tamworth-31.0905° S150.9291° E384 m310 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
IATA: SYD
59 km (37 mi) from Wollongong
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🌍 Wollongong Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Wollongong Matter

The exact GPS location of Wollongong gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside New South Wales. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare New South Wales state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Wollongong Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Wollongong are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Wollongong

The satellite view of Wollongong lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Australia map

🌎 Regional Position of Wollongong in New South Wales

Wollongong sits within New South Wales, Australia, in the Australia And Oceania region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Wollongong Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Wollongong for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across New South Wales. › Browse every city in New South Wales

💻 Using Wollongong Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Wollongong in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Australia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Wollongong Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Wollongong directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Wollongong. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare New South Wales CitiesAccess the full city directory for New South Wales ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Wollongong Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Wollongong?

The GPS coordinates of Wollongong are latitude -34.424° and longitude 150.8935°. In directional format: 34.424° S, 150.8935° E. These coordinates mark the center of Wollongong in New South Wales and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Wollongong located?

Wollongong is a city in New South Wales, Australia, on the continent of Australia And Oceania. It falls within Wollongong. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Wollongong?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Wollongong sits at: Latitude 34° 25' 26" S and Longitude 150° 53' 36" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Wollongong?

Wollongong has a population of approximately 280,153 people. This is roughly 3.446% of New South Wales's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in New South Wales.

🗺 How can I view Wollongong on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Wollongong is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -34.424, 150.8935 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Wollongong in New South Wales. For broader context, explore the New South Wales state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Wollongong?

The nearest airport to Wollongong is Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD), roughly 59 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Wollongong from Sydney?

Wollongong is approximately 68 km (42 mi) from Sydney, the capital of New South Wales, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in New South Wales.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Wollongong?

Wollongong sits at an elevation of approximately 29 meters (95 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for New South Wales.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Wollongong?

The closest cities to Wollongong include Wollongong city centre, Gwynneville, North Wollongong. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Wollongong today?

Today in Wollongong, sunrise is at 06:36 AM and sunset is at 05:26 PM, giving a day length of 10h 50m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Wollongong's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Wollongong from the Equator?

Wollongong is approximately 3,832 km (2,381 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 13,856 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Wollongong?

The antipodal point of Wollongong — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Lajes, Portugal, roughly 448 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Wollongong from Canberra, the capital of Australia?

Wollongong is approximately 187 km (116 mi) SW of Canberra, the national capital of Australia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.