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Piedecuesta, Santander Department, Colombia – Colombia Flag

Current Date And Time In Piedecuesta, Colombia

Sunday, 26 July 2026
12:19:42 COT
Currency: Colombian Peso (COP)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (COT)
Population: 163,362
District: Piedecuesta

🗺 Map of Piedecuesta, Santander Department, Colombia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Piedecuesta, a city in Santander Department, Colombia, 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 Piedecuesta — 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 Piedecuesta.

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 Colombia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Piedecuesta, Santander Department

📍 LATITUDE
6.988°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
73.05°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)6.9879° N73.0495° W
Signed Decimal Degrees6.9879-73.0495
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)6° 59' 16" N73° 2' 58" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)6° 59.2734' N73° 2.9718' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Piedecuesta Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:44 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:13 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 29m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:58 AM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from Piedecuesta’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
778 km
(483 mi) • Piedecuesta is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,071 km
(5,015 mi) • Piedecuesta is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
6.988° S, 106.95° E
The point exactly opposite Piedecuesta through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Piedecuesta, you'd surface nearest to Legok, Indonesia, about 3 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 Piedecuesta

📍 Location Details

CityPiedecuesta
StateSantander Department
CountryColombia
ContinentSouth America
DistrictPiedecuesta
Time Zone-05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population163,362
Elevation1,014 m / 3,327 ft
GPS (DD)6.9879, -73.0495

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Piedecuesta

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Santander Department
Parent Country: Colombia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 163,362
🏆 State Rank: #4 of 83 most populous in Santander Department

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Piedecuesta 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 Santander Department.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
FloridablancaSantander DepartmentNW9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
Santa BárbaraSantander DepartmentE16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
GirónSantander DepartmentNW16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
BucaramangaSantander DepartmentNW17 km11 mi~17m🗺 View
Los SantosSantander DepartmentN21 km13 mi~21m🗺 View
LebrijaSantander DepartmentNW23 km14 mi~23m🗺 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 Piedecuesta to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Bucaramanga
17 km (11 mi)
NW of Piedecuesta • ~17m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bogota
288 km (179 mi)
SW of Piedecuesta • ~4h 48m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Santander Department

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Bucaramanga7.125° N-73.119° W1,010 m0 km🗺 View Map
Floridablanca7.0622° N-73.0864° W928 m8 km🗺 View Map
Barrancabermeja7.0653° N-73.8547° W83 m81 km🗺 View Map
Girón7.0682° N-73.1698° W706 m8 km🗺 View Map
Cimitarra6.3142° N-73.9497° W156 m129 km🗺 View Map
San Gil6.5595° N-73.1364° W1,152 m63 km🗺 View Map
Puerto Wilches7.3483° N-73.896° W67 m89 km🗺 View Map
Socorro6.4684° N-73.2602° W1,234 m75 km🗺 View Map
Sabana de Torres7.3915° N-73.4957° W137 m51 km🗺 View Map
Barbosa5.9317° N-73.6151° W1,580 m144 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Palonegro Airport
IATA: BGA
21 km (13 mi) from Piedecuesta
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🌍 Piedecuesta Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Piedecuesta Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Piedecuesta

The satellite view of Piedecuesta 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 Colombia map

🌎 Regional Position of Piedecuesta in Santander Department

Piedecuesta sits within Santander Department, Colombia, 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 Piedecuesta Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Piedecuesta 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 Santander Department. › Browse every city in Santander Department

💻 Using Piedecuesta Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Piedecuesta 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 Colombia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Piedecuesta Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Piedecuesta Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Piedecuesta?

The GPS coordinates of Piedecuesta are latitude 6.9879° and longitude -73.0495°. In directional format: 6.9879° N, 73.0495° W. These coordinates mark the center of Piedecuesta in Santander Department and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Piedecuesta located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Piedecuesta?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Piedecuesta sits at: Latitude 6° 59' 16" N and Longitude 73° 2' 58" 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 Piedecuesta?

Piedecuesta has a population of approximately 163,362 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Santander Department.

🗺 How can I view Piedecuesta on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Piedecuesta is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 6.9879, -73.0495 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Piedecuesta in Santander Department. For broader context, explore the Santander Department state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Piedecuesta?

The nearest airport to Piedecuesta is Palonegro Airport (BGA), roughly 21 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Piedecuesta from Bucaramanga?

Piedecuesta is approximately 17 km (11 mi) from Bucaramanga, the capital of Santander Department, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Santander Department.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Piedecuesta?

Piedecuesta sits at an elevation of approximately 1,014 meters (3,327 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Santander Department.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Piedecuesta?

The closest cities to Piedecuesta include Floridablanca, Santa Bárbara, Girón. 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 Piedecuesta today?

Today in Piedecuesta, sunrise is at 05:44 AM and sunset is at 06:13 PM, giving a day length of 12h 29m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Piedecuesta's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Piedecuesta from the Equator?

Piedecuesta is approximately 778 km (483 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,071 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 Piedecuesta?

The antipodal point of Piedecuesta — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Legok, Indonesia, roughly 3 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 Piedecuesta from Bogota, the capital of Colombia?

Piedecuesta is approximately 288 km (179 mi) SW of Bogota, the national capital of Colombia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.