Azimuth to Bearing Converter
Converts whole-circle azimuths into quadrant bearings with N/E/S/W notation.
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How to use this calculator
- Enter the whole-circle azimuth (0°–360°).
- Press Calculate.
- Read the quadrant (N/S … E/W) bearing.
How it works
Converts a whole-circle azimuth into a quadrant bearing such as N 30° E or S 35.5° W.
Worked example
215.5°. = S 35.5° W.
Frequently asked questions
What's a quadrant bearing?
An angle measured east or west of north or south (0°–90°), e.g. N 30° E — common in older survey records.
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Cite this tool
Zerdly. (2026). Azimuth to Bearing Converter. Retrieved from https://www.zerdly.com/tools/azimuth-to-bearing-converter/
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