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Carmarthen, Wales, United Kingdom – United Kingdom Flag

Current Date And Time In Carmarthen, United Kingdom

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
16:42:05 BST
State: Wales
Currency: Pound Sterling (GBP)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (BST)
Population: 15,854
District: Carmarthenshire

🗺 Map of Carmarthen, Wales, United Kingdom – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Carmarthen, a city in Wales, United Kingdom, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Carmarthen β€” 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 Carmarthen.

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 United Kingdom operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Carmarthen, Wales

📍 LATITUDE
51.856°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
4.305°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)51.8555° N4.3054° W
Signed Decimal Degrees51.8555-4.3054
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)51° 51' 20" N4° 18' 19" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)51° 51.3312' N4° 18.321' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Carmarthen Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:55 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:49 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 53m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:22 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Carmarthen’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,773 km
(3,587 mi) • Carmarthen is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
296 km
(184 mi) • Carmarthen is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
51.856° S, 175.695° E
The point exactly opposite Carmarthen through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Carmarthen, you'd surface nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, about 742 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 Carmarthen

📍 Location Details

CityCarmarthen
StateWales
CountryUnited Kingdom
ContinentEurope
DistrictCarmarthenshire
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population15,854
Area (km²)20.88 km²
Area (mi²)8.06 mi²
Pop. Density759.29 /km²
Elevation23 m / 75 ft
GPS (DD)51.8555, -4.3054

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Carmarthen

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Wales
Parent Country: United Kingdom

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 15,854
🏆 State Rank: #38 of 370 most populous in Wales
🏠 Share of Wales Population: 0.506%
📏 Built-Up Area: 20.88 km²
👥 Population Density: 759 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Carmarthen 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 Wales.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
AbergwiliWalesNE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
LlangainWalesSW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
AbernantWalesW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
LlangynogWalesSW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
NantgaredigWalesE8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
LlanddarogWalesE10 km6 mi~10m🗺 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 Carmarthen to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Cardiff
88 km (55 mi)
SE of Carmarthen • ~1h 28m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • London
291 km (181 mi)
E of Carmarthen • ~4h 51m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Wales

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Cardiff51.48° N-3.18° W17 m0 km🗺 View Map
Swansea51.6208° N-3.9432° W18 m55 km🗺 View Map
Newport51.5877° N-2.9984° W16 m17 km🗺 View Map
Rhondda51.659° N-3.4489° W256 m27 km🗺 View Map
Wrexham53.0466° N-2.9913° W87 m175 km🗺 View Map
Buckley53.1667° N-3.0833° W157 m188 km🗺 View Map
Tonypandy51.622° N-3.4554° W154 m25 km🗺 View Map
Barry51.3998° N-3.2838° W25 m11 km🗺 View Map
Bridgend51.5058° N-3.5772° W23 m28 km🗺 View Map
Llanelli51.682° N-4.1619° W13 m71 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Cardiff International Airport
IATA: CWL
84 km (52 mi) from Carmarthen
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🌍 Carmarthen Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Carmarthen Matter

The exact GPS location of Carmarthen gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Wales. 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Wales state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Carmarthen

The satellite view of Carmarthen 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 United Kingdom map

🌎 Regional Position of Carmarthen in Wales

Carmarthen sits within Wales, United Kingdom, in the Europe 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 Carmarthen Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Carmarthen 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 Wales. › Browse every city in Wales

💻 Using Carmarthen Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Carmarthen 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 United Kingdom. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Carmarthen Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Carmarthen Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Carmarthen?

The GPS coordinates of Carmarthen are latitude 51.8555° and longitude -4.3054°. In directional format: 51.8555° N, 4.3054° W. These coordinates mark the center of Carmarthen in Wales and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Carmarthen located?

Carmarthen is a city in Wales, United Kingdom, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Carmarthenshire. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Carmarthen?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Carmarthen sits at: Latitude 51° 51' 20" N and Longitude 4° 18' 19" W. 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 Carmarthen?

Carmarthen has a population of approximately 15,854 people. This is roughly 0.506% of Wales's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Wales.

🗺 How can I view Carmarthen on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Carmarthen is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 51.8555, -4.3054 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Carmarthen in Wales. For broader context, explore the Wales state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Carmarthen?

The nearest airport to Carmarthen is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), roughly 84 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Carmarthen from Cardiff?

Carmarthen is approximately 88 km (55 mi) from Cardiff, the capital of Wales, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Wales.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Carmarthen?

Carmarthen sits at an elevation of approximately 23 meters (75 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Wales.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Carmarthen?

The closest cities to Carmarthen include Abergwili, Llangain, Abernant. 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 Carmarthen today?

Today in Carmarthen, sunrise is at 05:55 AM and sunset is at 08:49 PM, giving a day length of 14h 53m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Carmarthen's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Carmarthen from the Equator?

Carmarthen is approximately 5,773 km (3,587 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 296 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 Carmarthen?

The antipodal point of Carmarthen — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, roughly 742 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 Carmarthen from London, the capital of United Kingdom?

Carmarthen is approximately 291 km (181 mi) E of London, the national capital of United Kingdom, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.