Current Date And Time In Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
21:35:25 CAT
Capital: Bulawayo
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 716,000
Area: 479.00 km²
State Code: BU
Explore the interactive satellite map of Bulawayo, a state or administrative region of Zimbabwe, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Bulawayo — 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 Bulawayo in Zimbabwe.
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 Zimbabwe operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 20.1457° S | 28.5873° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -20.1457 | 28.5873 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 20° 8' 45" S | 28° 35' 14" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 20° 8.7427' S | 28° 35.2403' E |
| Population | 716,000 |
| Area (km²) | 479.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 184.94 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 1,494.78 /km² |
| Elevation | 1,342 m / 4,403 ft |
| Area Rank | #10 in Zimbabwe |
| Population Rank | #10 of 10 in Zimbabwe |
| GPS (DD) | -20.1457, 28.5873 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Bulawayo 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 Zimbabwe.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matabeleland South Province | Zimbabwe | SE | 112 km | 69 mi | ~1h 24m | 🗺 View |
| Midlands Province | Zimbabwe | NE | 161 km | 100 mi | ~2h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Matabeleland North | Zimbabwe | NW | 210 km | 130 mi | ~2h 37m | 🗺 View |
| Masvingo Province | Zimbabwe | E | 284 km | 176 mi | ~3h 33m | 🗺 View |
| Mashonaland West | Zimbabwe | NE | 322 km | 200 mi | ~4h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Mashonaland East Province | Zimbabwe | NE | 330 km | 205 mi | ~4h 7m | 🗺 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 Bulawayo, along with each city's aerial distance from Bulawayo, Bulawayo'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulawayo | -20.15° S | 28.5833° E | 1,348 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
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The precise GPS location of Bulawayo is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Zimbabwe. 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 Bulawayo on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Zimbabwe.
The satellite view of Bulawayo 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 Zimbabwe national map
Bulawayo occupies a distinct geographic zone within Zimbabwe 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 Bulawayo 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 Zimbabwe. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Bulawayo 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 Zimbabwe. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Bulawayo are latitude -20.1457° and longitude 28.5873°. In directional format: 20.1457° S, 28.5873° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Bulawayo in Zimbabwe and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Bulawayo is a state or administrative region of Zimbabwe, located in Africa. Its capital city is Bulawayo. View the exact position of Bulawayo on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Bulawayo is at: Latitude 20° 8' 45" S and Longitude 28° 35' 14" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Bulawayo covers a total area of approximately 479.00 km² (184.94 mi²). This is roughly 0.12% of Zimbabwe's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Bulawayo is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -20.1457, 28.5873 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Bulawayo in Zimbabwe. For broader context, explore the Zimbabwe national map or nearby states.
Today in Bulawayo, sunrise is at 06:17 AM and sunset is at 05:57 PM, giving a day length of 11h 39m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Bulawayo's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Bulawayo is approximately 2,243 km (1,393 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 2,988 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Bulawayo — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hawaiian Beaches, United States, roughly 372 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.
Bulawayo, the capital of Bulawayo, is approximately 366 km (228 mi) NE of Harare, the national capital of Zimbabwe, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
