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Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada – Canada Flag

Current Date And Time In Prince Rupert, Canada

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
23:52:10 EDT
Currency: Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (EDT)
Population: 14,708
District: North Coast Regional District

🗺 Map of Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Prince Rupert, a city in British Columbia, Canada, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Prince Rupert 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 Prince Rupert.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Prince Rupert, British Columbia

📍 LATITUDE
54.315°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
130.321°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)54.3151° N130.321° W
Signed Decimal Degrees54.3151-130.321
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)54° 18' 54" N130° 19' 16" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)54° 18.9042' N130° 19.2588' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Prince Rupert Today

🔥 SUNRISE
09:13 AM
🌅 SUNSET
12:18 AM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 5m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
04:46 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Prince Rupert’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
6,046 km
(3,757 mi) • Prince Rupert is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,463 km
(5,258 mi) • Prince Rupert is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
54.315° S, 49.679° E
The point exactly opposite Prince Rupert through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Prince Rupert, you'd surface nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, about 1,509 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 Prince Rupert

📍 Location Details

CityPrince Rupert
StateBritish Columbia (Colombie-Britannique)
CountryCanada
ContinentNorth America
DistrictNorth Coast Regional District
Time Zone-08:00 to -03:30
Founded1910-03-10

📈 Area & Population

Population14,708
Area (km²)54.93 km²
Area (mi²)21.21 mi²
Pop. Density267.76 /km²
Elevation26 m / 85 ft
GPS (DD)54.3151, -130.321

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Prince Rupert

Nearby Cities Found: 3 cities
Parent State: British Columbia
Parent Country: Canada

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 14,708
🏆 State Rank: #113 of 546 most populous in British Columbia
🏠 Share of British Columbia Population: 0.264%
📏 Built-Up Area: 54.93 km²
👥 Population Density: 268 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Prince Rupert 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 British Columbia.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KitimatBritish ColumbiaE112 km70 mi~1h 52m🗺 View
TerraceBritish ColumbiaE113 km70 mi~1h 53m🗺 View
MassetBritish ColumbiaW124 km77 mi~2h 4m🗺 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 Prince Rupert to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Victoria
812 km (505 mi)
SE of Prince Rupert • ~13h 32m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Ottawa
3,932 km (2,443 mi)
E of Prince Rupert • ~65h 32m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in British Columbia

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in British Columbia, the home state of Prince Rupert, along with each city's aerial distance from Victoria, British Columbia's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Vancouver49.2497° N-123.1193° W70 m92 km🗺 View Map
Surrey49.1064° N-122.8251° W82 m84 km🗺 View Map
Victoria48.4359° N-123.3516° W18 m0 km🗺 View Map
Burnaby49.2664° N-122.9526° W87 m97 km🗺 View Map
Richmond49.17° N-123.1368° W9 m83 km🗺 View Map
Newton49.1333° N-122.85° W78 m86 km🗺 View Map
Coquitlam49.2846° N-122.7822° W39 m103 km🗺 View Map
Kelowna49.8831° N-119.4857° W350 m324 km🗺 View Map
Abbotsford49.058° N-122.2526° W114 m106 km🗺 View Map
Langley49.1011° N-122.6588° W13 m90 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Prince Rupert Airport
IATA: YPR
9 km (5 mi) from Prince Rupert
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🌍 Prince Rupert Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Prince Rupert Matter

The exact GPS location of Prince Rupert gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside British Columbia. 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 British Columbia state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Prince Rupert

The satellite view of Prince Rupert 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 Canada map

🌎 Regional Position of Prince Rupert in British Columbia

Prince Rupert sits within British Columbia, Canada, in the North 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 Prince Rupert Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Prince Rupert 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 British Columbia. › Browse every city in British Columbia

💻 Using Prince Rupert Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Prince Rupert 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 Canada. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Prince Rupert Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Prince Rupert Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Prince Rupert?

The GPS coordinates of Prince Rupert are latitude 54.3151° and longitude -130.321°. In directional format: 54.3151° N, 130.321° W. These coordinates mark the center of Prince Rupert in British Columbia and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Prince Rupert located?

Prince Rupert is a city in British Columbia, Canada, on the continent of North America. It falls within North Coast Regional District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Prince Rupert?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Prince Rupert sits at: Latitude 54° 18' 54" N and Longitude 130° 19' 16" 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 Prince Rupert?

Prince Rupert has a population of approximately 14,708 people. This is roughly 0.264% of British Columbia's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in British Columbia.

🗺 How can I view Prince Rupert on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Prince Rupert is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 54.3151, -130.321 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Prince Rupert in British Columbia. For broader context, explore the British Columbia state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Prince Rupert?

The nearest airport to Prince Rupert is Prince Rupert Airport (YPR), roughly 9 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Prince Rupert from Victoria?

Prince Rupert is approximately 812 km (505 mi) from Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in British Columbia.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Prince Rupert?

Prince Rupert sits at an elevation of approximately 26 meters (85 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for British Columbia.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Prince Rupert?

The closest cities to Prince Rupert include Kitimat, Terrace, Masset. 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 Prince Rupert today?

Today in Prince Rupert, sunrise is at 09:13 AM and sunset is at 12:18 AM, giving a day length of 15h 5m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Prince Rupert's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Prince Rupert from the Equator?

Prince Rupert is approximately 6,046 km (3,757 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,463 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 Prince Rupert?

The antipodal point of Prince Rupert — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, roughly 1,509 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 Prince Rupert from Ottawa, the capital of Canada?

Prince Rupert is approximately 3,932 km (2,443 mi) E of Ottawa, the national capital of Canada, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.