Current Date And Time In Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
Sunday, 02 August 2026
17:09:23 EEST
Capital: Stara Zagora
Currency: Bulgarian Lev (BGN)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 316,356
Area: 5,152.00 km²
State Code: SZ
Explore the interactive satellite map of Stara Zagora, 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 Stara Zagora — 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 Stara Zagora 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) | 42.4258° N | 25.6345° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 42.4258 | 25.6345 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 42° 25' 33" N | 25° 38' 4" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 42° 25.5466' N | 25° 38.0679' E |
| State / Region | Stara Zagora (Стара Загора) |
| Country | Bulgaria |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Stara Zagora |
| State Code | SZ |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Districts | 11 |
| Population | 316,356 |
| Area (km²) | 5,152.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1,989.20 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 27.23 /km² |
| Elevation | 200 m / 655 ft |
| Area Rank | #6 in Bulgaria |
| Population Rank | #5 of 28 in Bulgaria |
| GPS (DD) | 42.4258, 25.6345 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Stara Zagora 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haskovo | Bulgaria | S | 55 km | 34 mi | ~41m | 🗺 View |
| Gabrovo | Bulgaria | NW | 56 km | 35 mi | ~42m | 🗺 View |
| Sliven | Bulgaria | NE | 63 km | 39 mi | ~47m | 🗺 View |
| Yambol | Bulgaria | E | 72 km | 44 mi | ~54m | 🗺 View |
| Veliko Tarnovo | Bulgaria | N | 72 km | 45 mi | ~54m | 🗺 View |
| Plovdiv | Bulgaria | SW | 80 km | 50 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 Stara Zagora, along with each city's aerial distance from Stara Zagora, Stara Zagora'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stara Zagora | 42.4321° N | 25.6426° E | 205 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kazanlak | 42.6167° N | 25.4° E | 366 m | 29 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chirpan | 42.2° N | 25.3333° E | 195 m | 36 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Radnevo | 42.3° N | 25.9333° E | 116 m | 28 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gŭlŭbovo | 42.1333° N | 25.85° E | 144 m | 37 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Maglizh | 42.6° N | 25.55° E | 353 m | 20 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pavel Banya | 42.6° N | 25.2° E | 411 m | 41 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nikolaevo | 42.6333° N | 25.8° E | 277 m | 26 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gurkovo | 42.6667° N | 25.8° E | 375 m | 29 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kran | 42.6667° N | 25.3833° E | 450 m | 34 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Stara Zagora 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 Stara Zagora on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Bulgaria.
The satellite view of Stara Zagora 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
Stara Zagora 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 Stara Zagora 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 Stara Zagora 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 Stara Zagora are latitude 42.4258° and longitude 25.6345°. In directional format: 42.4258° N, 25.6345° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Stara Zagora in Bulgaria and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Stara Zagora is a state or administrative region of Bulgaria, located in Europe. Its capital city is Stara Zagora. View the exact position of Stara Zagora on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Stara Zagora is at: Latitude 42° 25' 33" N and Longitude 25° 38' 4" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Stara Zagora covers a total area of approximately 5,152.00 km² (1,989.20 mi²). This is roughly 4.65% of Bulgaria's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Stara Zagora is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 42.4258, 25.6345 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Stara Zagora in Bulgaria. For broader context, explore the Bulgaria national map or nearby states.
Today in Stara Zagora, sunrise is at 06:09 AM and sunset is at 08:38 PM, giving a day length of 14h 28m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Stara Zagora's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Stara Zagora is approximately 4,723 km (2,935 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 2,106 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Stara Zagora — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,802 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.
