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Bafra, Samsun, Turkey – Turkey Flag

Current Date And Time In Bafra, Turkey

Sunday, 09 August 2026
17:25:52 TRT
State: Samsun
Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (TRT)
Population: 92,944
District: Bafra

🗺 Map of Bafra, Samsun, Turkey – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Bafra, a city in Samsun, Turkey, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Bafra — 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 Bafra.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Bafra, Samsun

📍 LATITUDE
41.568°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
35.903°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)41.5679° N35.9031° E
Signed Decimal Degrees41.567935.9031
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)41° 34' 4" N35° 54' 11" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)41° 34.0722' N35° 54.1866' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Bafra Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:37 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:46 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 8m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:41 PM
Calculated for today (09 Aug 2026) from Bafra’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,627 km
(2,875 mi) • Bafra is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
2,990 km
(1,858 mi) • Bafra is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
41.568° S, 144.097° W
The point exactly opposite Bafra through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Bafra, you'd surface nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, about 2,087 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 Bafra

📍 Location Details

CityBafra
StateSamsun
CountryTurkey
ContinentAsia
DistrictBafra
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population92,944
Elevation10 m / 33 ft
GPS (DD)41.5679, 35.9031

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Bafra

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Samsun
Parent Country: Turkey

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 92,944
🏆 State Rank: #2 of 48 most populous in Samsun
🏠 Share of Samsun Population: 6.777%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Bafra 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 Samsun.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
BoğazkayaSamsunS13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
OndokuzmayısSamsunSE16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
KolaySamsunSW19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View
AlaçamSamsunW26 km16 mi~26m🗺 View
TaflanSamsunSE26 km16 mi~26m🗺 View
YakakentSamsunW32 km20 mi~32m🗺 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 Bafra to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Samsun
48 km (30 mi)
SE of Bafra • ~48m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Ankara
315 km (196 mi)
SW of Bafra • ~5h 15m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Samsun

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Samsun41.2798° N36.3361° E64 m0 km🗺 View Map
Çarşamba41.1989° N36.7219° E28 m33 km🗺 View Map
Terme41.2092° N36.9739° E11 m54 km🗺 View Map
Vezirköprü41.1436° N35.4547° E335 m75 km🗺 View Map
Havza40.9706° N35.6622° E632 m66 km🗺 View Map
Tekkeköy41.2117° N36.46° E27 m13 km🗺 View Map
Ladik40.9106° N35.8919° E940 m55 km🗺 View Map
Kavak41.0783° N36.0425° E608 m33 km🗺 View Map
Ayvacık40.9911° N36.6314° E66 m41 km🗺 View Map
Yakakent41.6325° N35.5289° E13 m78 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Samsun-Çarşamba Airport
IATA: SZF
65 km (41 mi) from Bafra
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🌍 Bafra Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Bafra Matter

The exact GPS location of Bafra gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Samsun. 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 Samsun state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Bafra

The satellite view of Bafra 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 Turkey map

🌎 Regional Position of Bafra in Samsun

Bafra sits within Samsun, Turkey, in the Asia 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 Bafra Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Bafra 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 Samsun. › Browse every city in Samsun

💻 Using Bafra Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Bafra 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 Turkey. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Bafra Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Bafra Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Bafra?

The GPS coordinates of Bafra are latitude 41.5679° and longitude 35.9031°. In directional format: 41.5679° N, 35.9031° E. These coordinates mark the center of Bafra in Samsun and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Bafra located?

Bafra is a city in Samsun, Turkey, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Bafra. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Bafra?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Bafra sits at: Latitude 41° 34' 4" N and Longitude 35° 54' 11" 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 Bafra?

Bafra has a population of approximately 92,944 people. This is roughly 6.777% of Samsun's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Samsun.

🗺 How can I view Bafra on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Bafra is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 41.5679, 35.9031 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Bafra in Samsun. For broader context, explore the Samsun state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Bafra?

The nearest airport to Bafra is Samsun-Çarşamba Airport (SZF), roughly 65 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Bafra from Samsun?

Bafra is approximately 48 km (30 mi) from Samsun, the capital of Samsun, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Samsun.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Bafra?

Bafra sits at an elevation of approximately 10 meters (33 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Samsun.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Bafra?

The closest cities to Bafra include Boğazkaya, Ondokuzmayıs, Kolay. 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 Bafra today?

Today in Bafra, sunrise is at 05:37 AM and sunset is at 07:46 PM, giving a day length of 14h 8m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Bafra's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Bafra from the Equator?

Bafra is approximately 4,627 km (2,875 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 2,990 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 Bafra?

The antipodal point of Bafra — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, roughly 2,087 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 Bafra from Ankara, the capital of Turkey?

Bafra is approximately 315 km (196 mi) SW of Ankara, the national capital of Turkey, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.