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Current Date And Time In George Town, Bahamas

Sunday, 26 July 2026
00:22:07 EDT
State: Exuma
Currency: Bahamian Dollar (BSD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (EDT)
Population: 7,314

✈️ George Town, Exuma, Bahamas - Travel Information


Plan your trip to George Town, Exuma, Bahamas using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in George Town.

Why It Matters: Arriving in George Town with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching George Town — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Bahamas, which includes George Town, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Bahamas before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Bahamas's time zone -05:00, country calling code +1-242 (exit prefix 011) and country internet domain .BS. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in George Town.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-05:00
📞 Country Calling Code+1-242
☎️ International Exit Prefix011
🌐 Internet Domain.BS

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Bahamas — police 911, ambulance 911, fire brigade 911, general emergency 911. Store these in your phone before you reach George Town. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in George Town.

🚔
Police
911
🚑
Ambulance
911
🚒
Fire
911
📞
General
911

📊 Bahamas At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Bahamas — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.812
Very high
👤
Life Expectancy
74.7
years
💰
GDP Per Capita
$39,455
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
9.2%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Bahamas development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to George Town for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to George Town
Regional Airport • GGT
Exuma International Airport
Moss Town, BS
11
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — George Town's exact coordinates, or George Town's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is George Town From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from George Town to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
New York (United States)1,919 km1,193 mi~ 3h
Toronto (Canada)2,263 km1,406 mi~ 3h 25m
Los Angeles (United States)4,267 km2,652 mi~ 5h 46m
London (United Kingdom)7,008 km4,354 mi~ 9h
Paris (France)7,215 km4,483 mi~ 9h 14m
Tokyo (Japan)12,451 km7,737 mi~ 15h 24m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)12,457 km7,740 mi~ 15h 24m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,224 km8,217 mi~ 16h 18m
Sydney (Australia)15,331 km9,526 mi~ 18h 47m
Singapore (Singapore)17,250 km10,718 mi~ 21h 03m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for George Town, Bahamas is set to Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) with a current offset of UTC -04:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in George Town requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneEastern Daylight Time (EDT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -04:00
📅 DST Observing StatusActive (Daylight Saving Time In Effect)
📅 DST Transition DatesObserved from March 08 (02:00) to November 01 (02:00).
🕒 Current Local Time12:22 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From George Town to Major World Cities

It is currently 12:22 AM on Sunday in George Town. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind George Town right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To George Town
New York (United States)Sun, 12:22 AMSame time
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 9:22 PM3h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 12:22 AMSame time
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 5:22 AM5h ahead
Paris (France)Sun, 6:22 AM6h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 8:22 AM8h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 12:22 PM12h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 1:22 PM13h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 2:22 PM14h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 4:22 PM16h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In George Town — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in George Town is the Bahamian dollar (BSD), written as $. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
$ 1.00
BSD
€ 1 Euro
$ 1.14
BSD
£ 1 British Pound
$ 1.33
BSD
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
$ 0.6980
BSD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 0.7091
BSD

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In George Town

Knowing which languages are used in George Town helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
English

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to George Town. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Black Point (Black Point, Bahamas)55 mi89 kmNW
⬆️
Clarence Town (Long Island, Bahamas)59 mi94 kmESE
⬆️
Port Nelson (Rum Cay, Bahamas)61 mi97 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Arthur’s Town (Cat Island, Bahamas)77 mi124 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Cockburn Town (San Salvador, Bahamas)88 mi141 kmENE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From George Town

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to George Town is the Chichén Itzá (Mexico), about 1,353 km away. Straight-line distances from George Town to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico1,353 km841 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru4,094 km2,544 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil6,252 km3,885 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy8,154 km5,066 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan10,551 km6,556 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China12,808 km7,959 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India13,717 km8,523 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

George Town shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Exuma and Bahamas. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Exuma Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Exuma, including major hub cities.
✈️ Bahamas Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Bahamas.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in George Town, Bahamas runs at 120V / 60Hz using Type A/B socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for George Town and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in George Town.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage120 V
🔄 Frequency60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
AType A: Two flat parallel pins
BType B: Two flat parallel pins + round grounding pin
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🧭 George Town's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for George Town

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to George Town. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in George Town — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in George Town

George Town keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Bahamas. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near George Town

The closest airport to George Town is Exuma International Airport (GGT), about 11 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling George Town From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving George Town needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in George Town gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond George Town

George Town rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from George Town — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About George Town

ℹ️ George Town OverviewSee the full profile of George Town — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 George Town MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near George Town for distance and direction.
💰 George Town CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To George Town

What side of the road do people drive on in George Town?

George Town, like the rest of Bahamas, drives on the Left. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does George Town use?

George Town runs on 120V / 60Hz power through Type A/B sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in George Town?

In George Town, reach police on 911, ambulance on 911, fire brigade on 911, a general emergency line on 911. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to George Town?

Exuma International Airport (GGT) is the nearest airport to George Town, about 11 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is George Town in, and does it observe daylight saving?

George Town runs on Eastern Daylight Time (UTC -05:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in George Town?

George Town shares the official and regional languages of Exuma and Bahamas — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in George Town?

No — George Town uses the Bahamian dollar (BSD), symbol $. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full George Town currency page for live rates.