If you are planning a trip through Jacksonville, it helps to understand the layout. The Port of Jacksonville, better known as JAXPORT, is not a single dock. It is a group of terminals along the St. Johns River in Northeast Florida. Whether you are taking a cruise, shipping cargo, or flying through Jacksonville International Airport, knowing which location you need can make planning easier.
So, How Many Ports Does Jacksonville Actually Have?
JAXPORT says it owns, maintains and markets three cargo terminals, two intermodal container transfer facilities and one passenger cruise terminal. The three marine terminals each have their own job:
- Blount Island Marine Terminal — the port's largest marine terminal, at 754 acres. JAXPORT calls it one of the largest vehicle import and export centers in the United States. It also handles containers, roll-on/roll-off cargo, heavy lift, breakbulk and liquid bulk.
- Talleyrand Marine Terminal — handles containers, breakbulk, automobiles and liquid bulk such as molasses and vegetable oils. Its breakbulk cargo includes steel, lumber and paper.
- Dames Point Marine Terminal — offers direct container ship service between Jacksonville and ports across South America, and it handles autos and bulk cargo. JAXPORT also lists cruise service to The Bahamas here.
Alongside those, JAXPORT lists two intermodal yards, one at Talleyrand and one at Dames Point, where cargo moves between rail and the docks. It also lists the JAXPORT Cruise Terminal at 9810 August Drive in North Jacksonville.
Jacksonville Cruise Ports: Just One Terminal to Remember
Cruise shoppers often ask how many cruise ports Jacksonville has. The answer is one passenger terminal, the JAXPORT Cruise Terminal, at 9810 August Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226. Everything else on the list above handles cargo. That keeps your plan simple: one address for the ship, and a parking lot picked to fit it.
Cruise Terminal or Airport?
Do not mix up the airport and the cruise terminal. Jacksonville International Airport is about 12 miles from the cruise terminal, per JAXPORT. Flying in? Plan the ride to the ship. JAXPORT lists taxi and shuttle service from the terminal to the airport, and rideshare apps run in Jacksonville too.
What This Means If You're Cruising
For passengers, the cruise terminal is the part that matters. JAXPORT says two cruise lines sail from there: Carnival Cruise Line all year, and Norwegian Cruise Line from November through April. Check with your cruise line for your own sailing dates.
Want to save money on the trip? Look at the parking options near the port instead of settling for the first one you see. Tropical Parking lets you line up lots for the same dates and compare them side by side. Open each listing and look at the shuttle hours, the pickup steps after you sail, the cancellation terms and the full total for all of your days. Every lot lists its own rules, so read the listing before you choose. Check live availability for your sailing dates and compare your options before you go.
Compare the Lots Near the Jacksonville Cruise Port
Right now, the Jacksonville cruise page on Tropical Parking shows one lot. Even with one choice, it pays to compare it against your own trip.
The Parking Mall: What the Listing Shows
- Where: 3372 Zoo Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL, about 0.3 mile from the port, per the listing card.
- Arrival: check-in opens at 9:00 AM.
- Rides: the shuttle to the cruise terminal runs 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM, and the shuttle for returning guests starts at 8:00 AM.
- Cost of the ride: included with your reservation, for up to four passengers.
- Availability: spots are subject to availability for your sailing date.
Our rate for your dates shows live on the lot page (from $6.95/day). See the Jacksonville cruise page and check the total for every day of your stay.
Compare the Ride Options to the Terminal
Driving is not the only way. If you fly in, JAXPORT lists taxi and shuttle service from the airport to the cruise terminal, and rideshare apps also run in Jacksonville. If you drive, JAXPORT says to take Exit 41 (Heckscher Drive, FL-105) from I-95 or I-295 and follow the signs to August Drive. Check FL511 (fl511.com) for live traffic before you go.
Flying In or Out of Jacksonville?
Many cruise travelers fly into Jacksonville first. If you need a lot near Jacksonville for a flight, read the listing for your dates before you book. Each lot lists its own price, hours, shuttle and pickup details. For a longer trip, check what the listing says about extra days and late returns.
Long Stays and Longer Cruises
Taking a longer trip? Enter the full length of your stay, including your return day, and compare the totals instead of the per-day figure.
Papers to Pack for Sailing Day
Pack your boarding pass, photo ID and citizenship papers in your carry-on. For Bahamas cruises, JAXPORT's FAQ says Carnival recommends a current passport. A state driver's license plus an original or certified birth certificate can prove U.S. citizenship, but it slows down your return.
Why It Pays to Compare Before You Park
Parking prices change with your dates and how early you plan. Compare the parking options listed for your dates before you choose. Tropical Parking lets you review available options, check the full total for your stay and see current rates when you search. A few minutes of comparing, with the same dates for each lot, is the easiest way to spot a good fit for your budget.
Jacksonville Cruise Parking Questions
How Many Cruise Terminals Does Jacksonville Have?
One, the JAXPORT Cruise Terminal at 9810 August Drive.
Is There a Shuttle From the Lot to the Terminal?
It depends on the lot. The listing for The Parking Mall shows a shuttle to the port from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM and a return shuttle from 8:00 AM.
Can I Compare Long-Term Parking Near the Port?
Yes. Use the same dates for every lot and compare the full totals.
Ready to plan your Jacksonville trip? Start your search with Tropical Parking and compare the parking options listed for your dates, whether you are sailing from JAXPORT or flying out of town.
Current pricing at JAX (from $6.95/day) — check live availability for your dates.