Current Date And Time In Datong, China
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
13:28:48 CST
State: Shanxi
Currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY)
Timezone: UTC +08:00 (CST)
Population: 1,850,000
District: Datong Shi
Explore the interactive satellite map of Datong, a city in Shanxi, China, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Datong — 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 Datong.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for China operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 40.0936° N | 113.2914° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 40.0936 | 113.2914 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 40° 5' 37" N | 113° 17' 29" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 40° 5.6166' N | 113° 17.4834' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Datong 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 Shanxi.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Majunying | Shanxi | W | 6 km | 4 mi | ~6m | 🗺 View |
| Xihanling | Shanxi | SW | 10 km | 6 mi | ~10m | 🗺 View |
| Zhoushizhuang | Shanxi | E | 15 km | 9 mi | ~15m | 🗺 View |
| Beijiazao | Shanxi | E | 16 km | 10 mi | ~16m | 🗺 View |
| Dangliuzhuang | Shanxi | SE | 16 km | 10 mi | ~16m | 🗺 View |
| Maojiazao | Shanxi | S | 20 km | 12 mi | ~20m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Shanxi, the home state of Datong, along with each city's aerial distance from Taiyuan, Shanxi's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taiyuan | 37.8694° N | 112.5603° E | 795 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Lüliang | 37.5192° N | 111.1444° E | 959 m | 131 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Jinzhong | 37.684° N | 112.7547° E | 821 m | 27 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Changzhi | 36.1839° N | 113.1053° E | 937 m | 194 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Linfen | 36.0889° N | 111.5189° E | 451 m | 219 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Yangquan | 37.8575° N | 113.5633° E | 722 m | 88 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Changzhi | 35.2089° N | 111.7386° E | 381 m | 305 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Yuncheng | 35.0231° N | 110.9928° E | 361 m | 346 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Xinzhou | 38.4092° N | 112.7333° E | 794 m | 62 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Jincheng | 35.5022° N | 112.8328° E | 711 m | 264 km | 🗺 View Map |
Datong Yungang International Airport IATA: DAT 16 km (10 mi) from Datong |
The exact GPS location of Datong gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Shanxi. 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 Shanxi state-level map data
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 Datong are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Datong 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 China map
Datong sits within Shanxi, China, in the Asia 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Datong 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 Shanxi. › Browse every city in Shanxi
Coordinates for Datong 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 China. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Datong are latitude 40.0936° and longitude 113.2914°. In directional format: 40.0936° N, 113.2914° E. These coordinates mark the center of Datong in Shanxi and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Datong is a city in Shanxi, China, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Datong Shi. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Datong sits at: Latitude 40° 5' 37" N and Longitude 113° 17' 29" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Datong has a population of approximately 1,850,000 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Shanxi.
The interactive satellite map of Datong is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.0936, 113.2914 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Datong in Shanxi. For broader context, explore the Shanxi state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Datong is Datong Yungang International Airport (DAT), roughly 16 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Datong is approximately 255 km (159 mi) from Taiyuan, the capital of Shanxi, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Shanxi.
Datong sits at an elevation of approximately 1,054 meters (3,458 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Shanxi.
The closest cities to Datong include Majunying, Xihanling, Zhoushizhuang. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Datong, sunrise is at 05:33 AM and sunset is at 07:30 PM, giving a day length of 13h 56m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Datong's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Datong is approximately 4,463 km (2,773 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,648 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Datong — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Valcheta, Argentina, roughly 80 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.
Datong is approximately 265 km (165 mi) E of Beijing, the national capital of China, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
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