Current Date And Time In Ticino, Switzerland
Sunday, 09 August 2026
00:32:06 CEST
Capital: Bellinzona
Currency: Swiss Franc (CHF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Area: 2,812.15 km²
State Code: TI
Explore the interactive satellite map of Ticino, a state or administrative region of Switzerland, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Ticino — 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 Ticino in Switzerland.
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 Switzerland operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 46.3167° N | 8.8167° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 46.3167 | 8.8167 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 46° 19' 0" N | 8° 49' 0" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 46° 19' N | 8° 49' E |
| State / Region | Ticino |
| Country | Switzerland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Bellinzona |
| State Code | TI |
| Time Zone | +01:00 |
| Area (km²) | 2,812.15 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1,085.78 mi² |
| Area Rank | #5 in Switzerland |
| GPS (DD) | 46.3167, 8.8167 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ticino 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 Switzerland.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zurich | Switzerland | NW | 2 km | 1 mi | ~2m | 🗺 View |
| Uri | Switzerland | N | 53 km | 33 mi | ~40m | 🗺 View |
| Grisons | Switzerland | NE | 69 km | 43 mi | ~52m | 🗺 View |
| Nidwalden | Switzerland | NW | 75 km | 47 mi | ~57m | 🗺 View |
| Obwalden | Switzerland | NW | 76 km | 47 mi | ~57m | 🗺 View |
| Schwyz | Switzerland | N | 79 km | 49 mi | ~59m | 🗺 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 Ticino, along with each city's aerial distance from Bellinzona, Ticino'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lugano | 46.0101° N | 8.96° E | 284 m | 21 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bellinzona | 46.1928° N | 9.017° E | 230 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Locarno | 46.1709° N | 8.7995° E | 206 m | 17 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mendrisio | 45.8702° N | 8.9816° E | 338 m | 36 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chiasso | 45.832° N | 9.0312° E | 237 m | 40 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Giubiasco | 46.1725° N | 9.0079° E | 244 m | 2 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pregassona | 46.0202° N | 8.9743° E | 373 m | 19 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Minusio | 46.1777° N | 8.8147° E | 243 m | 16 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Viganello | 46.0134° N | 8.9688° E | 301 m | 20 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Losone | 46.1687° N | 8.7593° E | 239 m | 20 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Ticino is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Switzerland. 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 Ticino on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Switzerland.
The satellite view of Ticino 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 Switzerland national map
Ticino occupies a distinct geographic zone within Switzerland 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 Ticino 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 Switzerland. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Ticino 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 Switzerland. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Ticino are latitude 46.3167° and longitude 8.8167°. In directional format: 46.3167° N, 8.8167° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Ticino in Switzerland and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Ticino is a state or administrative region of Switzerland, located in Europe. Its capital city is Bellinzona. View the exact position of Ticino on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Ticino is at: Latitude 46° 19' 0" N and Longitude 8° 49' 0" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Ticino covers a total area of approximately 2,812.15 km² (1,085.78 mi²). This is roughly 6.81% of Switzerland's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Ticino is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 46.3167, 8.8167 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Ticino in Switzerland. For broader context, explore the Switzerland national map or nearby states.
Today in Ticino, sunrise is at 06:14 AM and sunset is at 08:45 PM, giving a day length of 14h 31m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Ticino's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Ticino is approximately 5,156 km (3,204 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 678 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Ticino — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 497 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.
Bellinzona, the capital of Ticino, is approximately 146 km (91 mi) NW of Bern, the national capital of Switzerland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
