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Meridan Plains, Queensland, Australia – Australia Flag

Current Date And Time In Meridan Plains, Australia

Friday, 14 August 2026
23:51:59 AEST
State: Queensland
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Timezone: UTC +10:00 (AEST)
Population: 3,688
District: Sunshine Coast

🗺 Map of Meridan Plains, Queensland, Australia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Meridan Plains, a city in Queensland, Australia, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Meridan Plains 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 Meridan Plains.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Meridan Plains, Queensland

📍 LATITUDE
26.774°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
153.062°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)26.7735° S153.0619° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-26.7735153.0619
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)26° 46' 25" S153° 3' 43" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)26° 46.4106' S153° 3.7122' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Meridan Plains Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:17 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:27 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 10m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:52 AM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Meridan Plains’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,980 km
(1,852 mi) • Meridan Plains is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
15,212 km
(9,452 mi) • Meridan Plains is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
26.774° N, 26.938° W
The point exactly opposite Meridan Plains through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Meridan Plains, you'd surface nearest to Frontera, Spain, about 890 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 Meridan Plains

📍 Location Details

CityMeridan Plains
StateQueensland
CountryAustralia
ContinentAustralia And Oceania
DistrictSunshine Coast
Time Zone+08:00 to +10:30

📈 Area & Population

Population3,688
Elevation17 m / 56 ft
GPS (DD)-26.7735, 153.0619

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Meridan Plains

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Queensland
Parent Country: Australia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 3,688
🏆 State Rank: #433 of 1058 most populous in Queensland
🏠 Share of Queensland Population: 0.065%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Meridan Plains 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 Queensland.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
PalmviewQueenslandN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
Little MountainQueenslandE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
GlenviewQueenslandW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
AroonaQueenslandE6 km3 mi~6m🗺 View
Caloundra WestQueenslandSE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
CurrimundiQueenslandE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 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 Meridan Plains to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Brisbane
77 km (48 mi)
S of Meridan Plains • ~1h 17m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Canberra
1,018 km (632 mi)
S of Meridan Plains • ~16h 58m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Queensland

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Brisbane-27.4679° S153.0281° E27 m0 km🗺 View Map
Gold Coast-28.0003° S153.4309° E12 m71 km🗺 View Map
Sunshine Coast-26.6568° S153.0796° E9 m90 km🗺 View Map
Logan City-27.6392° S153.1094° E39 m21 km🗺 View Map
Townsville-19.2664° S146.8057° E15 m1,111 km🗺 View Map
Cairns-16.9237° S145.7661° E7 m1,390 km🗺 View Map
Toowoomba-27.5606° S151.9539° E599 m106 km🗺 View Map
Mackay-21.1535° S149.1655° E11 m804 km🗺 View Map
Caloundra-26.8035° S153.122° E8 m74 km🗺 View Map
Rockhampton-23.3803° S150.506° E13 m520 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Sunshine Coast Airport
IATA: MCY
20 km (13 mi) from Meridan Plains
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🌍 Meridan Plains Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Meridan Plains Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Meridan Plains

The satellite view of Meridan Plains 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 Australia map

🌎 Regional Position of Meridan Plains in Queensland

Meridan Plains sits within Queensland, Australia, in the Australia And Oceania 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 Meridan Plains Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Meridan Plains 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 Queensland. › Browse every city in Queensland

💻 Using Meridan Plains Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Meridan Plains 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 Australia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Meridan Plains Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Meridan Plains Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Meridan Plains?

The GPS coordinates of Meridan Plains are latitude -26.7735° and longitude 153.0619°. In directional format: 26.7735° S, 153.0619° E. These coordinates mark the center of Meridan Plains in Queensland and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Meridan Plains located?

Meridan Plains is a city in Queensland, Australia, on the continent of Australia And Oceania. It falls within Sunshine Coast. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Meridan Plains?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Meridan Plains sits at: Latitude 26° 46' 25" S and Longitude 153° 3' 43" 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 Meridan Plains?

Meridan Plains has a population of approximately 3,688 people. This is roughly 0.065% of Queensland's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Queensland.

🗺 How can I view Meridan Plains on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Meridan Plains is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -26.7735, 153.0619 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Meridan Plains in Queensland. For broader context, explore the Queensland state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Meridan Plains?

The nearest airport to Meridan Plains is Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY), roughly 20 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Meridan Plains from Brisbane?

Meridan Plains is approximately 77 km (48 mi) from Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Queensland.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Meridan Plains?

Meridan Plains sits at an elevation of approximately 17 meters (56 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Queensland.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Meridan Plains?

The closest cities to Meridan Plains include Palmview, Little Mountain, Glenview. 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 Meridan Plains today?

Today in Meridan Plains, sunrise is at 06:17 AM and sunset is at 05:27 PM, giving a day length of 11h 10m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Meridan Plains's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Meridan Plains from the Equator?

Meridan Plains is approximately 2,980 km (1,852 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 15,212 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 Meridan Plains?

The antipodal point of Meridan Plains — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Frontera, Spain, roughly 890 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 Meridan Plains from Canberra, the capital of Australia?

Meridan Plains is approximately 1,018 km (632 mi) S of Canberra, the national capital of Australia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.