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Runcu, Gorj County, Romania – Romania Flag

Current Date And Time In Runcu, Romania

Saturday, 25 July 2026
22:01:11 EEST
Currency: Romanian Leu (RON)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 5,760
District: Comuna Runcu

🗺 Map of Runcu, Gorj County, Romania – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Runcu, a city in Gorj County, Romania, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Runcu — 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 Runcu.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Runcu, Gorj County

📍 LATITUDE
45.117°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
23.133°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)45.1167° N23.1333° E
Signed Decimal Degrees45.116723.1333
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)45° 7' 0" N23° 7' 60" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)45° 7.0002' N23° 7.9998' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Runcu Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:04 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:03 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 59m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:34 PM
Calculated for today (25 Jul 2026) from Runcu’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,022 km
(3,121 mi) • Runcu is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,817 km
(1,129 mi) • Runcu is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
45.117° S, 156.867° W
The point exactly opposite Runcu through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Runcu, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,562 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 Runcu

📍 Location Details

CityRuncu
StateGorj County
CountryRomania
ContinentEurope
DistrictComuna Runcu
Time Zone+02:00
Founded1486-05-02

📈 Area & Population

Population5,760
Elevation282 m / 925 ft
GPS (DD)45.1167, 23.1333

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Runcu

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Gorj County
Parent Country: Romania

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 5,760
🏆 State Rank: #10 of 205 most populous in Gorj County

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Runcu 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 Gorj County.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
BâltaGorj CountyW2 km2 mi~2m🗺 View
ArcaniGorj CountyS4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
DobrițaGorj CountyNE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
Valea MareGorj CountyW4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
LeleştiGorj CountyE6 km3 mi~6m🗺 View
FrânceştiGorj CountySW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 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 Runcu to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Târgu Jiu
14 km (9 mi)
SE of Runcu • ~14m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bucharest
247 km (153 mi)
E of Runcu • ~4h 7m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Gorj County

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Târgu Jiu45.05° N23.2833° E212 m0 km🗺 View Map
Motru44.8033° N22.9719° E182 m37 km🗺 View Map
Rovinari44.9167° N23.1833° E166 m17 km🗺 View Map
Bumbeşti-Jiu45.1667° N23.4° E380 m16 km🗺 View Map
Târgu Cărbuneşti44.95° N23.5167° E195 m21 km🗺 View Map
Turceni44.6833° N23.3667° E127 m41 km🗺 View Map
Tismana45.05° N22.9667° E212 m25 km🗺 View Map
Băleşti45.0167° N23.2167° E183 m6 km🗺 View Map
Plopşoru44.7833° N23.35° E141 m30 km🗺 View Map
Crasna45.1667° N23.5° E445 m21 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Sibiu International Airport
IATA: SBZ
105 km (65 mi) from Runcu
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🌍 Runcu Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Runcu Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Runcu

The satellite view of Runcu 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 Romania map

🌎 Regional Position of Runcu in Gorj County

Runcu sits within Gorj County, Romania, in the Europe 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 Runcu Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Runcu 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 Gorj County. › Browse every city in Gorj County

💻 Using Runcu Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Runcu 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 Romania. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Runcu Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Runcu Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Runcu?

The GPS coordinates of Runcu are latitude 45.1167° and longitude 23.1333°. In directional format: 45.1167° N, 23.1333° E. These coordinates mark the center of Runcu in Gorj County and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Runcu located?

Runcu is a city in Gorj County, Romania, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Comuna Runcu. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Runcu?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Runcu sits at: Latitude 45° 7' 0" N and Longitude 23° 7' 60" 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 Runcu?

Runcu has a population of approximately 5,760 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Gorj County.

🗺 How can I view Runcu on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Runcu is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 45.1167, 23.1333 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Runcu in Gorj County. For broader context, explore the Gorj County state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Runcu?

The nearest airport to Runcu is Sibiu International Airport (SBZ), roughly 105 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Runcu from Târgu Jiu?

Runcu is approximately 14 km (9 mi) from Târgu Jiu, the capital of Gorj County, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Gorj County.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Runcu?

Runcu sits at an elevation of approximately 282 meters (925 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Gorj County.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Runcu?

The closest cities to Runcu include Bâlta, Arcani, Dobrița. 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 Runcu today?

Today in Runcu, sunrise is at 06:04 AM and sunset is at 09:03 PM, giving a day length of 14h 59m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Runcu's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Runcu from the Equator?

Runcu is approximately 5,022 km (3,121 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,817 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 Runcu?

The antipodal point of Runcu — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,562 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 Runcu from Bucharest, the capital of Romania?

Runcu is approximately 247 km (153 mi) E of Bucharest, the national capital of Romania, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.