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Current Date And Time In Bulgaria

Saturday, 15 August 2026
09:34:57 EEST
Capital: Sofia
Currency: Bulgarian lev (BGN)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 6,740,795

🗺️ Map of Bulgaria - Satellite View & Geographic Coordinates


Explore detailed interactive map of Bulgaria featuring satellite imagery, geographic coordinates, regional boundaries and location intelligence. This comprehensive mapping tool provides accurate GPS positioning, territorial visualization and spatial data essential for business professionals, logistics planners, market researchers and location-based strategic decision-making.

Benefits for Professionals: Real-time satellite views • Accurate latitude/longitude coordinates • Regional state mapping • Proximity analysis • Business location intelligence • Logistics route planning • Market territory insights • Mobile-responsive interface • Strategic geographic data for regional proximity analysis and territorial divisions research

🌐 Geographic Coordinates of Bulgaria

📍 LATITUDE
42.734°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
25.486°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)42.7339° N25.4858° E
Signed Decimal Degrees42.733925.4858
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)42° 44' 2" N25° 29' 9" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)42° 44.033' N25° 29.1498' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Bulgaria Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:23 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:22 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 59m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:22 PM
Calculated for today (15 Aug 2026) from Bulgaria’s geographic center coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,757 km
(2,956 mi) • Bulgaria's center is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
2,084 km
(1,295 mi) • Bulgaria's center is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
42.734° S, 154.514° W
The point exactly opposite Bulgaria's center through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Bulgaria, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,783 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 Bulgaria

📍 Location Details

CountryBulgaria
ContinentEurope
CapitalSofia
Country CodeBGR
Time Zone+02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population6,740,795
Area (km²)110,910.00 km²
Area (mi²)42,822.57 mi²
Pop. Density62.13 /km²
Elevation1,113 m / 3,652 ft

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Border Analysis

🗺️ Border & Territory Information

Land Borders: 5 countries
Geographic Status: 🌊 Coastal Nation

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 110,879 km² (42,811 mi²)
🟢 Land: 108,489 km² (41,888 mi²) - 97.8%
🔵 Water: 2,390 km² (923 mi²) - 2.2%
🌍 World Share: 0.073% of Earth's land surface
🏆 Area Rank: #105 largest country in the world
👥 Population Rank: #111 of 249 countries worldwide
🌐 Regional Rank: #21 of 53 in Europe

✈️ Distance & Flight Time Calculator

Find the aerial distance from Bulgaria to all neighboring countries — measured capital city to capital city using the Haversine great-circle formula (the shortest path across Earth's surface). Each row shows the straight-line distance in both kilometers (km) and miles (mi), plus an estimated flight time calculated at a standard commercial cruise speed of 900 km/h.

Use this Bulgaria flight distance calculator to plan international travel, estimate fuel costs for charter flights, compare cross-border shipping routes and research how far Bulgaria is from its neighbors. Click the 🗺️ map link on any row to view the route visually on Google Maps.

Neighboring CountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Flight TimeMap
Greece
Capital: Athens
SW510 km317 mi~ 34m🗺️ View
North Macedonia
Capital: Skopje
W333 km207 mi~ 22m🗺️ View
Romania
Capital: Bucharest
N359 km223 mi~ 24m🗺️ View
Serbia
Capital: Belgrade
NW389 km242 mi~ 26m🗺️ View
Turkey
Capital: Ankara
SE921 km572 mi~ 1h 1m🗺️ View

Note: Distances are calculated as straight-line (great circle) distances between capital cities. Actual flight routes and times may vary based on air traffic, wind conditions and routing.

🗺️ GPS Coordinates of Major States in Bulgaria

Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude, longitude and elevation), plus straight-line distance from Sofia, Bulgaria's national capital, for the largest states/provinces in Bulgaria. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.

State / RegionLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
Sofia-Capital42.757° N23.4505° E533 m166 km🗺 View Map
Plovdiv42.1354° N24.7453° E162 m90 km🗺 View Map
Varna43.2141° N27.9147° E49 m205 km🗺 View Map
Burgas42.5048° N27.4626° E15 m164 km🗺 View Map
Stara Zagora42.4258° N25.6345° E200 m36 km🗺 View Map
Blagoevgrad42.0209° N23.0943° E385 m212 km🗺 View Map
Veliko Tarnovo43.0757° N25.6172° E211 m39 km🗺 View Map
Sofia42.6977° N23.3219° E548 m177 km🗺 View Map
Pazardzhik42.1928° N24.3336° E211 m112 km🗺 View Map
Pleven43.417° N24.6067° E109 m104 km🗺 View Map

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Bulgaria

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Bulgaria, along with each city's aerial distance from Sofia, Bulgaria's national capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameStateLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
SofiaSofia-Capital42.6975° N23.3242° E562 m177 km🗺 View Map
PlovdivPlovdiv42.1539° N24.75° E163 m88 km🗺 View Map
VarnaVarna43.2191° N27.9102° E83 m204 km🗺 View Map
BurgasBurgas42.5065° N27.4689° E36 m164 km🗺 View Map
Stara ZagoraStara Zagora42.4321° N25.6426° E205 m36 km🗺 View Map
RuseRuse43.8487° N25.9534° E39 m130 km🗺 View Map
PlevenPleven43.4179° N24.6167° E89 m104 km🗺 View Map
SlivenSliven42.6861° N26.3256° E281 m69 km🗺 View Map
PernikPernik42.5967° N23.0332° E751 m201 km🗺 View Map
ShumenShumen43.2706° N26.9229° E237 m131 km🗺 View Map
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🗺️ Complete Guide to Bulgaria Map & Geographic Intelligence

📍 Understanding Bulgaria Geography

The interactive map of Bulgaria provides real-time satellite imagery combined with accurate geographic coordinates, enabling precise location intelligence for business professionals and strategic planners. This comprehensive mapping solution integrates territorial boundaries, regional divisions and GPS positioning data essential for logistics optimization, market territory analysis and location-based decision-making.

Geographic coordinates displayed include latitude and longitude values measured in decimal degrees, providing the exact center point of Bulgaria's territory. These coordinates serve as critical reference data for GPS navigation systems, geographic information systems (GIS), spatial database management and location-based service development.

🎯 Business Applications of Bulgaria Maps

  • Logistics Planning: Optimize shipping routes, warehouse locations and distribution networks across Bulgaria
  • Market Territory Analysis: Define sales regions, analyze market coverage and identify expansion opportunities
  • Site Selection: Evaluate potential business locations using geographic intelligence and proximity data
  • Supply Chain Management: Track shipments, monitor transportation corridors and analyze delivery zones
  • Competitive Intelligence: Map competitor locations, analyze geographic market share and identify underserved areas
  • Risk Assessment: Evaluate geographic risk factors including natural hazards, political boundaries and infrastructure accessibility

🌐 Geographic Data & Coordinate Systems

The latitude and longitude coordinates presented on the Bulgaria map utilize the WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984) standard, ensuring compatibility with GPS devices, mapping software and international mapping platforms. Coordinates are displayed in decimal degrees format for precision and universal compatibility.

📊 Geographic Data Specifications:

  • Coordinate System: WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984)
  • Format: Decimal Degrees (DD)
  • Precision: Up to 6 decimal places for meter-level accuracy
  • Hemisphere Indicators: N/S for latitude, E/W for longitude
  • Map Projection: Mercator projection for web mapping

💡 Strategic Location Intelligence

  • Regional Proximity: Analyze neighboring countries for cross-border business opportunities and trade corridors
  • State/Province Mapping: Understand internal territorial divisions for regional market strategies
  • Distance Calculations: Measure aerial distances between locations for logistics cost estimation
  • Timezone Alignment: Coordinate operations across regions considering time differences
  • Infrastructure Mapping: Identify major cities, transportation hubs and communication networks
  • Market Density Analysis: Visualize population centers and economic activity zones

💡 Pro Tip: Use the interactive map's zoom and pan features to explore specific regions of Bulgaria. Click on neighboring countries to quickly access their geographic data for comparative territorial analysis and regional market research!

🌟 Key Features of Our Bulgaria Mapping Solution

  • State/Region Access: Navigate to internal territorial divisions instantly
  • Free Geographic Data: No registration or payment required
  • Professional Tool: Ideal for business logistics, market research and strategic planning
  • Cross-Referenced Data: Links to population, timezone and national symbols data
  • API Integration Ready: Coordinates compatible with all major mapping platforms

Frequently Asked Questions About Bulgaria Maps ❓

📍 What are the exact coordinates of Bulgaria?

The geographic center of Bulgaria is located at approximately 42.734° N (Latitude) and 25.486° E (Longitude). These coordinates use the WGS84 datum and provide the central reference point for geographic information systems and GPS navigation.

🗺️ How can I use Bulgaria map data for business?

Business professionals use Bulgaria mapping data for logistics optimization, market territory analysis, site selection, supply chain management and competitive intelligence. The geographic coordinates enable precise location tracking, while the interactive map helps visualize regional markets, transportation corridors and strategic business locations across Bulgaria.

🌍 Which countries border Bulgaria?

You can explore countries near Bulgaria by clicking on our Nearby Countries section. The sidebar also displays Map Of Other Countries showing neighboring nations within close geographic proximity, perfect for analyzing regional trade opportunities and cross-border business strategies.

📊 Can I see states and regions within Bulgaria?

Yes! Visit our Bulgaria States & Regions page to explore internal territorial divisions including provinces, states and administrative regions. This data is essential for regional market segmentation, territory management and localized business strategies within Bulgaria.

⏰ What timezone is Bulgaria in?

Bulgaria operates in UTC+02:00. For detailed timezone information, current local time and daylight saving time schedules, visit our Bulgaria Profile page. Timezone data is critical for coordinating international business operations, scheduling meetings and planning logistics across regions.

📱 Is the Bulgaria map mobile-friendly?

Absolutely! Our Bulgaria interactive map is fully optimized for mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. The responsive design ensures perfect viewing on all screen sizes with touch-friendly controls for zoom, pan and navigation. Access critical geographic intelligence on-the-go for field operations, sales territory management and location-based decision-making.

🔍 What other geographic data is available for Bulgaria?

Beyond maps, we provide comprehensive data for Bulgaria including population statistics, land area measurements, GDP/economic indicators, currency exchange rates, timezone offsets, national symbols, capital city information, ISO country codes, dialing codes, internet domains and neighboring country analysis. Visit the Bulgaria main profile for complete business intelligence data.

📊 What does the Geographic Profile of Bulgaria show?

The Geographic Profile section summarizes Bulgaria's key location facts in one place — continent, capital, country code and time zone, alongside population, total area in km² and mi², population density and elevation. It's a quick-reference snapshot for researchers, students and business users who need core geographic data without digging through multiple pages.

📍 Where can I find GPS coordinates for states and cities in Bulgaria?

Scroll down to the GPS Coordinates of Major States and GPS Coordinates of Major Cities tables on this page. Both list the largest states/provinces and cities in Bulgaria ranked by population, with precise latitude/longitude values and direct links to each location's own satellite map — useful for routing, GIS integration and location intelligence work.

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

Today, measured from Bulgaria's geographic center, sunrise is at 06:23 AM and sunset is at 08:22 PM, giving a day length of 13h 59m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above. Note that a large country may span several time zones or sunrise/sunset times depending on the region.

📍 How far is Bulgaria from the Equator?

Bulgaria's geographic center is approximately 4,757 km (2,956 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere, and about 2,084 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 Bulgaria?

The antipodal point of Bulgaria's geographic center — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's core — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,783 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 place.