Current Date And Time In Sofia, Bulgaria
Tuesday, 28 July 2026
21:21:39 EEST
Capital: Sofia
Currency: Bulgarian Lev (BGN)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 229,041
Area: 7,059.00 km²
State Code: SO
Explore the interactive satellite map of Sofia, a state or administrative region of Bulgaria, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Sofia — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Sofia in Bulgaria.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Bulgaria operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 42.6977° N | 23.3219° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 42.6977 | 23.3219 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 42° 41' 52" N | 23° 19' 19" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 42° 41.8625' N | 23° 19.3121' E |
| Population | 229,041 |
| Area (km²) | 7,059.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 2,725.49 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 9.57 /km² |
| Elevation | 548 m / 1,798 ft |
| Area Rank | #2 in Bulgaria |
| Population Rank | #8 of 28 in Bulgaria |
| GPS (DD) | 42.6977, 23.3219 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sofia to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Bulgaria.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sofia-Capital | Bulgaria | NE | 12 km | 8 mi | ~9m | 🗺 View |
| Pernik | Bulgaria | SW | 25 km | 16 mi | ~19m | 🗺 View |
| Vratsa | Bulgaria | N | 60 km | 37 mi | ~45m | 🗺 View |
| Kyustendil | Bulgaria | SW | 69 km | 43 mi | ~52m | 🗺 View |
| Blagoevgrad | Bulgaria | S | 78 km | 48 mi | ~58m | 🗺 View |
| Montana | Bulgaria | N | 79 km | 49 mi | ~60m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Sofia, along with each city's aerial distance from Sofia, Sofia's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samokov | 42.3386° N | 23.5581° E | 956 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Botevgrad | 42.908° N | 23.7927° E | 385 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Ihtiman | 42.4382° N | 23.8161° E | 651 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Kostinbrod | 42.8167° N | 23.2167° E | 534 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Etropole | 42.8328° N | 23.9964° E | 584 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Svoge | 42.9667° N | 23.35° E | 455 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Pirdop | 42.7° N | 24.1833° E | 675 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Slivnitsa | 42.8518° N | 23.0379° E | 591 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Elin Pelin | 42.6667° N | 23.6° E | 549 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Zlatitsa | 42.7167° N | 24.1333° E | 692 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Sofia is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Bulgaria. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Sofia on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Bulgaria.
The satellite view of Sofia helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Bulgaria national map
Sofia occupies a distinct geographic zone within Bulgaria in the Europe region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Sofia for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Bulgaria. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Sofia 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 region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Bulgaria. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Sofia are latitude 42.6977° and longitude 23.3219°. In directional format: 42.6977° N, 23.3219° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Sofia in Bulgaria and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Sofia is a state or administrative region of Bulgaria, located in Europe. Its capital city is Sofia. View the exact position of Sofia on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sofia is at: Latitude 42° 41' 52" N and Longitude 23° 19' 19" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Sofia covers a total area of approximately 7,059.00 km² (2,725.49 mi²). This is roughly 6.36% of Bulgaria's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Sofia is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 42.6977, 23.3219 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sofia in Bulgaria. For broader context, explore the Bulgaria national map or nearby states.
Today in Sofia, sunrise is at 06:12 AM and sunset is at 08:53 PM, giving a day length of 14h 40m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sofia's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Sofia is approximately 4,753 km (2,953 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,908 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Sofia — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,610 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.
