Current Date And Time In Canterbury, New Zealand
Monday, 27 July 2026
04:59:31 NZST
Capital: Christchurch
Currency: New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
Timezone: UTC +12:00 (NZST)
Population: 694,400
Area: 44,504.30 km²
State Code: E9
Explore the interactive satellite map of Canterbury, a state or administrative region of New Zealand, 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 Canterbury — 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 Canterbury in New Zealand.
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 New Zealand operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 43.7542° S | 171.1637° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -43.7542 | 171.1637 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 43° 45' 15" S | 171° 9' 49" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 43° 45.2536' S | 171° 9.8235' E |
| State / Region | Canterbury |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Continent | Australia And Oceania |
| Capital | Christchurch |
| State Code | E9 |
| Time Zone | +12:00 |
| Districts | 11 |
| Population | 694,400 |
| Area (km²) | 44,504.30 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 17,183.20 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 15.30 /km² |
| Elevation | 573 m / 1,880 ft |
| Area Rank | #1 in New Zealand |
| Population Rank | #2 of 17 in New Zealand |
| GPS (DD) | -43.7542, 171.1637 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Canterbury 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 New Zealand.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Coast | New Zealand | N | 119 km | 74 mi | ~1h 29m | 🗺 View |
| Otago | New Zealand | S | 208 km | 129 mi | ~2h 36m | 🗺 View |
| Tasman District | New Zealand | NE | 289 km | 180 mi | ~3h 37m | 🗺 View |
| Marlborough | New Zealand | NE | 321 km | 199 mi | ~4h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Nelson Region | New Zealand | NE | 322 km | 200 mi | ~4h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Southland | New Zealand | SW | 360 km | 224 mi | ~4h 30m | 🗺 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 Canterbury, along with each city's aerial distance from Christchurch, Canterbury'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch | -43.5333° S | 172.6333° E | 14 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rolleston | -43.5833° S | 172.3833° E | 60 m | 21 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Timaru | -44.3967° S | 171.2536° E | 14 m | 146 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ashburton | -43.8983° S | 171.7301° E | 106 m | 83 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rangiora | -43.3044° S | 172.5836° E | 36 m | 26 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kaiapoi | -43.3783° S | 172.6401° E | 4 m | 17 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Halswell | -43.5833° S | 172.5667° E | 18 m | 8 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Wigram | -43.55° S | 172.55° E | 21 m | 7 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Riccarton | -43.5283° S | 172.5901° E | 14 m | 4 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Parklands | -43.4783° S | 172.6901° E | 5 m | 8 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Canterbury is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across New Zealand. 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 Canterbury on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in New Zealand.
The satellite view of Canterbury 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 New Zealand national map
Canterbury occupies a distinct geographic zone within New Zealand in the Australia And Oceania 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 Canterbury 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 New Zealand. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Canterbury 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 New Zealand. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Canterbury are latitude -43.7542° and longitude 171.1637°. In directional format: 43.7542° S, 171.1637° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Canterbury in New Zealand and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Canterbury is a state or administrative region of New Zealand, located in Australia And Oceania. Its capital city is Christchurch. View the exact position of Canterbury on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Canterbury is at: Latitude 43° 45' 15" S and Longitude 171° 9' 49" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Canterbury covers a total area of approximately 44,504.30 km² (17,183.20 mi²). This is roughly 16.56% of New Zealand's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Canterbury is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -43.7542, 171.1637 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Canterbury in New Zealand. For broader context, explore the New Zealand national map or nearby states.
Today in Canterbury, sunrise is at 07:54 AM and sunset is at 05:29 PM, giving a day length of 9h 35m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Canterbury's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Canterbury is approximately 4,871 km (3,027 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 13,763 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Canterbury — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Malpica, Spain, roughly 48 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.