Current Date And Time In Free State, South Africa
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
22:47:26 SAST
Capital: Bloemfontein
Currency: South African Rand (ZAR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (SAST)
Area: 129,825.00 km²
State Code: FS
Explore the interactive satellite map of Free State, a state or administrative region of South Africa, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Free State — 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 Free State in South Africa.
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 South Africa operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 28° S | 27° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -28 | 27 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 28° 0' 0" S | 27° 0' 0" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 28° 0' S | 27° 0' E |
| State / Region | Free State (IPhondo yaFreyistata) |
| Country | South Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Bloemfontein |
| State Code | FS |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Area (km²) | 129,825.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 50,125.69 mi² |
| Area Rank | #3 in South Africa |
| GPS (DD) | -28, 27 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Free State 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 South Africa.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mpumalanga | South Africa | S | 54 km | 34 mi | ~41m | 🗺 View |
| North West | South Africa | NW | 149 km | 92 mi | ~1h 51m | 🗺 View |
| Mpumalanga | South Africa | NE | 222 km | 138 mi | ~2h 46m | 🗺 View |
| Mpumalanga | South Africa | NW | 225 km | 140 mi | ~2h 49m | 🗺 View |
| Gauteng | South Africa | NE | 243 km | 151 mi | ~3h 3m | 🗺 View |
| KwaZulu-Natal | South Africa | E | 386 km | 240 mi | ~4h 50m | 🗺 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 Free State, along with each city's aerial distance from Bloemfontein, Free State'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloemfontein | -29.1211° S | 26.214° E | 1,396 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Welkom | -27.9774° S | 26.7351° E | 1,376 m | 137 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Botshabelo | -29.2674° S | 26.726° E | 1,448 m | 52 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sasolburg | -26.8136° S | 27.817° E | 1,473 m | 301 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Virginia | -28.1039° S | 26.8659° E | 1,326 m | 130 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kroonstad | -27.6504° S | 27.2349° E | 1,399 m | 192 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kutloanong | -27.8333° S | 26.75° E | 1,326 m | 152 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bethlehem | -28.2308° S | 28.3071° E | 1,630 m | 227 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Phuthaditjhaba | -28.5242° S | 28.8158° E | 1,671 m | 262 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Odendaalsrus | -27.8739° S | 26.6907° E | 1,339 m | 146 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Free State is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across South Africa. 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 Free State on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in South Africa.
The satellite view of Free State 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 South Africa national map
Free State occupies a distinct geographic zone within South Africa in the Africa 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 Free State 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 South Africa. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Free State 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 South Africa. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Free State are latitude -28° and longitude 27°. In directional format: 28° S, 27° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Free State in South Africa and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Free State is a state or administrative region of South Africa, located in Africa. Its capital city is Bloemfontein. View the exact position of Free State on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Free State is at: Latitude 28° 0' 0" S and Longitude 27° 0' 0" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Free State covers a total area of approximately 129,825.00 km² (50,125.69 mi²). This is roughly 10.64% of South Africa's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Free State is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -28, 27 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Free State in South Africa. For broader context, explore the South Africa national map or nearby states.
Today in Free State, sunrise is at 06:43 AM and sunset is at 05:50 PM, giving a day length of 11h 6m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Free State's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Free State is approximately 3,117 km (1,937 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 2,654 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Free State — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Huelo, United States, roughly 854 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.
Bloemfontein, the capital of Free State, is approximately 423 km (263 mi) NE of Pretoria, the national capital of South Africa, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
