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Blackburn, Scotland, United Kingdom – United Kingdom Flag

Current Date And Time In Blackburn, United Kingdom

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
20:50:10 BST
State: Scotland
Currency: Pound Sterling (GBP)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (BST)
Population: 2,980
District: Aberdeenshire

🗺 Map of Blackburn, Scotland, United Kingdom – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Blackburn, a city in Scotland, United Kingdom, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Blackburn 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 Blackburn.

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 United Kingdom operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Blackburn, Scotland

📍 LATITUDE
57.204°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
2.288°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)57.2038° N2.2884° W
Signed Decimal Degrees57.2038-2.2884
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)57° 12' 14" N2° 17' 18" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)57° 12.2256' N2° 17.3052' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Blackburn Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:29 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:58 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 28m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:14 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Blackburn’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
6,368 km
(3,957 mi) • Blackburn is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
138 km
(86 mi) • Blackburn is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
57.204° S, 177.712° E
The point exactly opposite Blackburn through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Blackburn, you'd surface nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, about 1,309 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 Blackburn

📍 Location Details

CityBlackburn
StateScotland
CountryUnited Kingdom
ContinentEurope
DistrictAberdeenshire
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,980
Elevation80 m / 262 ft
GPS (DD)57.2038, -2.2884

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Blackburn

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Scotland
Parent Country: United Kingdom

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,980
🏆 State Rank: #266 of 674 most populous in Scotland
🏠 Share of Scotland Population: 0.055%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Blackburn 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 Scotland.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KintoreScotlandNW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
WesthillScotlandS6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
KingswellsScotlandSE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
DyceScotlandE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
NewmacherScotlandNE9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
KemnayScotlandW10 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 Blackburn to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Edinburgh
150 km (93 mi)
S of Blackburn • ~2h 30m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • London
649 km (403 mi)
S of Blackburn • ~10h 49m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Scotland

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Glasgow55.8652° N-4.2576° W40 m67 km🗺 View Map
Edinburgh55.9521° N-3.1965° W66 m0 km🗺 View Map
Aberdeen57.1437° N-2.0981° W13 m149 km🗺 View Map
Dundee56.4691° N-2.9749° W77 m59 km🗺 View Map
Paisley55.8317° N-4.4325° W50 m78 km🗺 View Map
East Kilbride55.7641° N-4.1767° W161 m65 km🗺 View Map
Livingston55.9029° N-3.5226° W157 m21 km🗺 View Map
Dunfermline56.0716° N-3.4589° W107 m21 km🗺 View Map
Hamilton55.7667° N-4.0333° W68 m56 km🗺 View Map
Meikle Earnock55.75° N-4.0333° W134 m57 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Aberdeen International Airport
IATA: ABZ
5 km (3 mi) from Blackburn
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🌍 Blackburn Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Blackburn Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Blackburn

The satellite view of Blackburn 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 United Kingdom map

🌎 Regional Position of Blackburn in Scotland

Blackburn sits within Scotland, United Kingdom, 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 Blackburn Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Blackburn 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 Scotland. › Browse every city in Scotland

💻 Using Blackburn Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Blackburn 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 United Kingdom. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Blackburn Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Blackburn Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Blackburn?

The GPS coordinates of Blackburn are latitude 57.2038° and longitude -2.2884°. In directional format: 57.2038° N, 2.2884° W. These coordinates mark the center of Blackburn in Scotland and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Blackburn located?

Blackburn is a city in Scotland, United Kingdom, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Aberdeenshire. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Blackburn?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Blackburn sits at: Latitude 57° 12' 14" N and Longitude 2° 17' 18" 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 Blackburn?

Blackburn has a population of approximately 2,980 people. This is roughly 0.055% of Scotland's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Scotland.

🗺 How can I view Blackburn on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Blackburn is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 57.2038, -2.2884 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Blackburn in Scotland. For broader context, explore the Scotland state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Blackburn?

The nearest airport to Blackburn is Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ), roughly 5 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Blackburn from Edinburgh?

Blackburn is approximately 150 km (93 mi) from Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Scotland.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Blackburn?

Blackburn sits at an elevation of approximately 80 meters (262 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Scotland.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Blackburn?

The closest cities to Blackburn include Kintore, Westhill, Kingswells. 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 Blackburn today?

Today in Blackburn, sunrise is at 05:29 AM and sunset is at 08:58 PM, giving a day length of 15h 28m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Blackburn's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Blackburn from the Equator?

Blackburn is approximately 6,368 km (3,957 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 138 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 Blackburn?

The antipodal point of Blackburn — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, roughly 1,309 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 Blackburn from London, the capital of United Kingdom?

Blackburn is approximately 649 km (403 mi) S of London, the national capital of United Kingdom, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.