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Current Date And Time In Butuan, Philippines

Monday, 27 July 2026
14:22:28 PHT
State: Caraga
Currency: Philippine Piso (PHP)
Timezone: UTC +08:00 (PHT)
Population: 309,709
District: Province of Agusan del Norte

🗺 Map of Butuan, Caraga, Philippines – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Butuan, a city in Caraga, Philippines, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Butuan 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 Butuan.

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 Philippines operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Butuan, Caraga

📍 LATITUDE
8.949°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
125.544°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)8.9492° N125.5436° E
Signed Decimal Degrees8.9492125.5436
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)8° 56' 57" N125° 32' 37" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)8° 56.9502' N125° 32.6166' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Butuan Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:27 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:01 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 34m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:44 AM
Calculated for today (27 Jul 2026) from Butuan’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
996 km
(619 mi) • Butuan is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
13,805 km
(8,578 mi) • Butuan is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
8.949° S, 54.456° W
The point exactly opposite Butuan through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Butuan, you'd surface nearest to Castelo dos Sonhos, Brazil, about 100 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 Butuan

📍 Location Details

CityButuan
StateCaraga (카라가 μ§€λ°©)
CountryPhilippines
ContinentAsia
DistrictProvince of Agusan del Norte
Time Zone+08:00

📈 Area & Population

Population309,709
Elevation9 m / 30 ft
GPS (DD)8.9492, 125.5436

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Butuan

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Caraga
Parent Country: Philippines

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 309,709
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 138 most populous in Caraga
🏠 Share of Caraga Population: 11.042%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Butuan 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 Caraga.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
LibertadCaragaW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
LombocanCaragaNW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
MagallanesCaragaN8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
BancasiCaragaW9 km5 mi~9m🗺 View
BasagCaragaE9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
Los AngelesCaragaNE10 km6 mi~10m🗺 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 Butuan to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Manila
801 km (498 mi)
NW of Butuan • ~13h 21m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Caraga

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Libertad8.9442° N125.5019° E8 m5 km🗺 View Map
Bayugan8.7561° N125.7675° E65 m33 km🗺 View Map
Bislig8.2153° N126.3164° E11 m118 km🗺 View Map
Prosperidad8.58° N125.8964° E39 m56 km🗺 View Map
Surigao9.789° N125.495° E10 m94 km🗺 View Map
San Francisco8.5356° N125.95° E39 m64 km🗺 View Map
Buenavista8.9769° N125.4089° E7 m15 km🗺 View Map
Bunawan8.1672° N125.9908° E25 m100 km🗺 View Map
Hinatuan8.3722° N126.3342° E7 m108 km🗺 View Map
Tagbina8.4519° N126.1714° E57 m88 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Bancasi Airport
IATA: BXU
7 km (4 mi) from Butuan
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🌍 Butuan Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Butuan Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Butuan

The satellite view of Butuan 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 Philippines map

🌎 Regional Position of Butuan in Caraga

Butuan sits within Caraga, Philippines, 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Butuan Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Butuan 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 Caraga. › Browse every city in Caraga

💻 Using Butuan Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Butuan 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 Philippines. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Butuan Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Butuan Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Butuan?

The GPS coordinates of Butuan are latitude 8.9492° and longitude 125.5436°. In directional format: 8.9492° N, 125.5436° E. These coordinates mark the center of Butuan in Caraga and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Butuan located?

Butuan is a city in Caraga, Philippines, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Province of Agusan del Norte. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Butuan?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Butuan sits at: Latitude 8° 56' 57" N and Longitude 125° 32' 37" 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 Butuan?

Butuan has a population of approximately 309,709 people. This is roughly 11.042% of Caraga's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Caraga.

🗺 How can I view Butuan on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Butuan is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 8.9492, 125.5436 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Butuan in Caraga. For broader context, explore the Caraga state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Butuan?

The nearest airport to Butuan is Bancasi Airport (BXU), roughly 7 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Butuan?

Butuan sits at an elevation of approximately 9 meters (30 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Caraga.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Butuan?

The closest cities to Butuan include Libertad, Lombocan, Magallanes. 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 Butuan today?

Today in Butuan, sunrise is at 05:27 AM and sunset is at 06:01 PM, giving a day length of 12h 34m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Butuan's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Butuan from the Equator?

Butuan is approximately 996 km (619 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 13,805 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 Butuan?

The antipodal point of Butuan — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Castelo dos Sonhos, Brazil, roughly 100 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 Butuan from Manila, the capital of Philippines?

Butuan is approximately 801 km (498 mi) NW of Manila, the national capital of Philippines, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.