Current Date And Time In Boshof, South Africa
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
12:27:50 SAST
State: Free State
Currency: South African Rand (ZAR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (SAST)
Population: 10,194
District: Lejweleputswa District Municipality
Explore the interactive satellite map of Boshof, a city in Free State, 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 Boshof — 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 Boshof.
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) | 28.5391° S | 25.2397° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -28.5391 | 25.2397 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 28° 32' 21" S | 25° 14' 23" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 28° 32.3484' S | 25° 14.379' E |
| City | Boshof |
| State | Free State (IPhondo yaFreyistata) |
| Country | South Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| District | Lejweleputswa District Municipality |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Founded | 1856-01-01 |
| Population | 10,194 |
| Area (km²) | 91.70 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 35.41 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 111.17 /km² |
| Elevation | 1,254 m / 4,114 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -28.5391, 25.2397 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Boshof 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 Free State.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hertzogville | Free State | NE | 53 km | 33 mi | ~53m | 🗺 View |
| Dealesville | Free State | E | 54 km | 33 mi | ~54m | 🗺 View |
| Petrusburg | Free State | S | 66 km | 41 mi | ~1h 6m | 🗺 View |
| Jacobsdal | Free State | SW | 80 km | 49 mi | ~1h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Ikgomotseng | Free State | E | 87 km | 54 mi | ~1h 27m | 🗺 View |
| Bultfontein | Free State | E | 93 km | 58 mi | ~1h 33m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Free State, the home state of Boshof, along with each city's aerial distance from Bloemfontein, Free State's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and 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 |
Kimberley Airport IATA: KIM 55 km (34 mi) from Boshof |
The exact GPS location of Boshof gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Free State. 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 Free State state-level map data
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 Boshof are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Boshof 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 South Africa map
Boshof sits within Free State, South Africa, 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Boshof 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 Free State. › Browse every city in Free State
Coordinates for Boshof 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 South Africa. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Boshof are latitude -28.5391° and longitude 25.2397°. In directional format: 28.5391° S, 25.2397° E. These coordinates mark the center of Boshof in Free State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Boshof is a city in Free State, South Africa, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Lejweleputswa District Municipality. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Boshof sits at: Latitude 28° 32' 21" S and Longitude 25° 14' 23" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Boshof has a population of approximately 10,194 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Free State.
The interactive satellite map of Boshof is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -28.5391, 25.2397 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Boshof in Free State. For broader context, explore the Free State state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Boshof is Kimberley Airport (KIM), roughly 55 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Boshof is approximately 115 km (71 mi) from Bloemfontein, the capital of Free State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Free State.
Boshof sits at an elevation of approximately 1,254 meters (4,114 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Free State.
The closest cities to Boshof include Hertzogville, Dealesville, Petrusburg. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Boshof, sunrise is at 06:52 AM and sunset is at 05:56 PM, giving a day length of 11h 3m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Boshof's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Boshof is approximately 3,177 km (1,974 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 2,468 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Boshof — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Kahuku, United States, roughly 827 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.
Boshof is approximately 431 km (268 mi) NE of Pretoria, the national capital of South Africa, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
