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Garsen, Tana River County, Kenya – Kenya Flag

Current Date And Time In Garsen, Kenya

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
20:26:09 EAT
Currency: Kenyan Shilling (KES)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 7,176

🗺 Map of Garsen, Tana River County, Kenya – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Garsen, a city in Tana River County, Kenya, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Garsen — 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 Garsen.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Garsen, Tana River County

📍 LATITUDE
2.266°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
40.11°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)2.2665° S40.1098° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-2.266540.1098
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)2° 15' 59" S40° 6' 35" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)2° 15.987' S40° 6.585' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Garsen Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:22 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:26 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 4m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:24 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Garsen’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
252 km
(157 mi) • Garsen is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,462 km
(2,772 mi) • Garsen is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
2.266° N, 139.89° W
The point exactly opposite Garsen through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Garsen, you'd surface nearest to Hatiheu, French Polynesia, about 1,234 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 Garsen

📍 Location Details

CityGarsen
StateTana River County
CountryKenya
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population7,176
Elevation15 m / 49 ft
GPS (DD)-2.2665, 40.1098

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Garsen

Nearby Cities Found: 4 cities
Parent State: Tana River County
Parent Country: Kenya

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 7,176
🏆 State Rank: #4 of 5 most populous in Tana River County
🏠 Share of Tana River County Population: 1.888%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Garsen 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 Tana River County.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KipiniTana River CountySE55 km34 mi~55m🗺 View
MasalaniTana River CountyN64 km40 mi~1h 4m🗺 View
HolaTana River CountyN88 km54 mi~1h 28m🗺 View
Bura TanaTana River CountyN123 km76 mi~2h 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 Garsen to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Hola
88 km (54 mi)
N of Garsen • ~1h 28m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Nairobi
382 km (237 mi)
W of Garsen • ~6h 22m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Tana River County

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Tana River County, the home state of Garsen, along with each city's aerial distance from Hola, Tana River County's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Masalani-1.6941° S40.1702° E71 m28 km🗺 View Map
Hola-1.4826° S40.0334° E65 m0 km🗺 View Map
Bura Tana-1.1933° S39.8405° E117 m39 km🗺 View Map
Kipini-2.5257° S40.5262° E7 m128 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Manda Airport
IATA: LAU
89 km (55 mi) from Garsen
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🌍 Garsen Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Garsen Matter

The exact GPS location of Garsen gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Tana River County. 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Tana River County state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Garsen 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 Garsen are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Garsen

The satellite view of Garsen 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 Kenya map

🌎 Regional Position of Garsen in Tana River County

Garsen sits within Tana River County, Kenya, in the Africa 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 Garsen Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Garsen 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 Tana River County. › Browse every city in Tana River County

💻 Using Garsen Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Garsen 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 Kenya. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Garsen Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Garsen 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 Garsen. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Tana River County CitiesAccess the full city directory for Tana River County ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Garsen Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Garsen?

The GPS coordinates of Garsen are latitude -2.2665° and longitude 40.1098°. In directional format: 2.2665° S, 40.1098° E. These coordinates mark the center of Garsen in Tana River County and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Garsen located?

Garsen is a city in Tana River County, Kenya, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Garsen?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Garsen sits at: Latitude 2° 15' 59" S and Longitude 40° 6' 35" 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 Garsen?

Garsen has a population of approximately 7,176 people. This is roughly 1.888% of Tana River County's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Tana River County.

🗺 How can I view Garsen on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Garsen is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -2.2665, 40.1098 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Garsen in Tana River County. For broader context, explore the Tana River County state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Garsen?

The nearest airport to Garsen is Manda Airport (LAU), roughly 89 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Garsen from Hola?

Garsen is approximately 88 km (54 mi) from Hola, the capital of Tana River County, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Tana River County.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Garsen?

Garsen sits at an elevation of approximately 15 meters (49 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Tana River County.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Garsen?

The closest cities to Garsen include Kipini, Masalani, Hola. 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 Garsen today?

Today in Garsen, sunrise is at 06:22 AM and sunset is at 06:26 PM, giving a day length of 12h 4m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Garsen's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Garsen from the Equator?

Garsen is approximately 252 km (157 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,462 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 Garsen?

The antipodal point of Garsen — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hatiheu, French Polynesia, roughly 1,234 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 Garsen from Nairobi, the capital of Kenya?

Garsen is approximately 382 km (237 mi) W of Nairobi, the national capital of Kenya, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.