Rawson sits in southern Argentina within Chubut Province, along the Atlantic coast near the mouth of the Chubut River. It lies just south of Trelew and a short distance inland from the ocean, connected by regional roads across Patagonia.
Location Map of Rawson, Argentina
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Where is Rawson Located?
Rawson sits in southern Argentina within Chubut Province, along the Atlantic coast near the mouth of the Chubut River. It lies just south of Trelew and a short distance inland from the ocean, connected by regional roads across Patagonia.
The city covers about 300 sq km (116 sq mi), including coastal areas and nearby river zones. Population: 31,800 (Census 2022). The surroundings are mostly flat and dry, with open steppe inland and coastal stretches facing the South Atlantic.
Rawson serves as the provincial capital and has a quiet administrative character. Main attractions include Playa Unión beach, the riverfront, local museums, coastal viewpoints, and nearby wildlife areas.
Rawson Facts
| Country | Argentina |
| Province/State | Chubut |
| County | Rawson Department |
| Settlement Type | City |
| Region | Patagonia |
| Population | 31,800 (2022) |
| Area | 300 sq km |
| Time Zone | ART UTC-3 |
| Postal Code | U9103 |
| Dialing Code | +54 280 |
| Major Roads | RN 3, RP 7 |
| Nearest Airport | Trelew Airport |
| Nearest Major Cities | Trelew, Puerto Madryn |
| Famous For | Capital, coastline |
| Main Attractions | Beach, riverfront, museum |
| Transport | Bus, roads |
| Official Language | Spanish |
| Currency | Argentine Peso |
Distance from Rawson to Major Cities in Argentina
- Rawson to Trelew - 15 mi (24 km)
- Rawson to Puerto Madryn - 45 mi (72 km)
- Rawson to Comodoro Rivadavia - 240 mi (386 km)
- Rawson to San Carlos de Bariloche - 500 mi (805 km)
- Rawson to Neuquén - 480 mi (772 km)
- Rawson to Bahía Blanca - 430 mi (692 km)
- Rawson to Santa Rosa - 600 mi (965 km)
- Rawson to Buenos Aires - 820 mi (1320 km)
- Rawson to La Plata - 830 mi (1336 km)
- Rawson to Córdoba - 900 mi (1448 km)
- Rawson to Mendoza - 780 mi (1255 km)
- Rawson to San Luis - 750 mi (1207 km)
- Rawson to Rosario - 850 mi (1368 km)
- Rawson to Santa Fe - 880 mi (1416 km)
- Rawson to Viedma - 200 mi (322 km)
- Rawson to Río Gallegos - 850 mi (1368 km)
- Rawson to Ushuaia - 1100 mi (1770 km)
- Rawson to San Juan - 900 mi (1448 km)
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