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Bacabal, Maranhão, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In Bacabal, Brazil

Monday, 27 July 2026
03:21:07 BRT
State: Maranhão
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 103,711
District: Bacabal

🗺 Map of Bacabal, Maranhão, Brazil – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Bacabal, a city in Maranhão, Brazil, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Bacabal — 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 Bacabal.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Bacabal, Maranhão

📍 LATITUDE
4.232°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
44.782°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)4.2325° S44.7816° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-4.2325-44.7816
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)4° 13' 57" S44° 46' 54" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)4° 13.9476' S44° 46.8984' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Bacabal Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:06 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:04 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 57m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:05 PM
Calculated for today (27 Jul 2026) from Bacabal’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
471 km
(293 mi) • Bacabal is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,971 km
(3,089 mi) • Bacabal is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
4.232° N, 135.218° E
The point exactly opposite Bacabal through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Bacabal, you'd surface nearest to Angaur, Palau, about 320 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 Bacabal

📍 Location Details

CityBacabal
StateMaranhão (Estado de Maranhão)
CountryBrazil
ContinentSouth America
DistrictBacabal
Time Zone-05:00 to -02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population103,711
Elevation24 m / 79 ft
GPS (DD)-4.2325, -44.7816

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 103,711
🏆 State Rank: #9 of 218 most populous in Maranhão
🏠 Share of Maranhão Population: 1.466%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Bacabal 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 Maranhão.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
São Luís Gonzaga do MaranhãoMaranhãoSE20 km13 mi~20m🗺 View
Lago VerdeMaranhãoNW27 km17 mi~27m🗺 View
Bom LugarMaranhãoSW32 km20 mi~32m🗺 View
Alto Alegre do MaranhãoMaranhãoE37 km23 mi~37m🗺 View
Olho d’Água das CunhãsMaranhãoW39 km24 mi~39m🗺 View
São Mateus do MaranhãoMaranhãoNE40 km25 mi~40m🗺 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 Bacabal to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • São Luís
197 km (122 mi)
N of Bacabal • ~3h 17m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Brasilia
1,329 km (826 mi)
S of Bacabal • ~22h 9m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Maranhão

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
São Luís-2.5297° S-44.3028° W29 m0 km🗺 View Map
São José de Ribamar-2.5557° S-44.0599° W6 m27 km🗺 View Map
Imperatriz-5.5264° S-47.4917° W127 m486 km🗺 View Map
Timon-5.0942° S-42.8367° W76 m328 km🗺 View Map
Caxias-4.8589° S-43.3561° W83 m279 km🗺 View Map
Paço do Lumiar-2.5322° S-44.1075° W16 m22 km🗺 View Map
Codó-4.4553° S-43.8856° W44 m219 km🗺 View Map
Açailândia-4.9467° S-47.5047° W243 m445 km🗺 View Map
Balsas-7.5325° S-46.0356° W254 m588 km🗺 View Map
Barra do Corda-5.5056° S-45.2433° W148 m347 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport
IATA: SLZ
193 km (120 mi) from Bacabal
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🌍 Bacabal Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Bacabal Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Bacabal

The satellite view of Bacabal 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 Brazil map

🌎 Regional Position of Bacabal in Maranhão

Bacabal sits within Maranhão, Brazil, in the South America 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 Bacabal Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Bacabal 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 Maranhão. › Browse every city in Maranhão

💻 Using Bacabal Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Bacabal 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 Brazil. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Bacabal Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Bacabal Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Bacabal?

The GPS coordinates of Bacabal are latitude -4.2325° and longitude -44.7816°. In directional format: 4.2325° S, 44.7816° W. These coordinates mark the center of Bacabal in Maranhão and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Bacabal located?

Bacabal is a city in Maranhão, Brazil, on the continent of South America. It falls within Bacabal. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Bacabal?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Bacabal sits at: Latitude 4° 13' 57" S and Longitude 44° 46' 54" 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 Bacabal?

Bacabal has a population of approximately 103,711 people. This is roughly 1.466% of Maranhão's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Maranhão.

🗺 How can I view Bacabal on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Bacabal is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -4.2325, -44.7816 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Bacabal in Maranhão. For broader context, explore the Maranhão state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Bacabal?

The nearest airport to Bacabal is Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport (SLZ), roughly 193 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Bacabal from São Luís?

Bacabal is approximately 197 km (122 mi) from São Luís, the capital of Maranhão, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Maranhão.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Bacabal?

Bacabal sits at an elevation of approximately 24 meters (79 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Maranhão.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Bacabal?

The closest cities to Bacabal include São Luís Gonzaga do Maranhão, Lago Verde, Bom Lugar. 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 Bacabal today?

Today in Bacabal, sunrise is at 06:06 AM and sunset is at 06:04 PM, giving a day length of 11h 57m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Bacabal's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Bacabal from the Equator?

Bacabal is approximately 471 km (293 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,971 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 Bacabal?

The antipodal point of Bacabal — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Angaur, Palau, roughly 320 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 Bacabal from Brasilia, the capital of Brazil?

Bacabal is approximately 1,329 km (826 mi) S of Brasilia, the national capital of Brazil, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.