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Port of Jersey City

USJEC🇺🇸US

Port Location

About Port of Jersey City

The Port of Jersey City (USJEC) is a maritime port facility located in US.. Local time zone: UTC-5.

Position: 40.7167°N, 74.0333°W. UN/LOCODE: USJEC.

Geographic context: The Port of Jersey City is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean, within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Jersey City
Country
🇺🇸US
UNLOCODE
USJEC
Time Zone
UTC-5
Latitude
40.7167°
Longitude
-74.0333°

Navigation Aids Near Jersey City

Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse

1.5 NMSSE

Manhattan Hudson River Lighthouses Lighthouse

2.4 NMNNE

Lightship 84 (WAL-509) St. Johns Lighthouse

2.8 NMSSE

Upper New York Bay Lighthouse

3.8 NMSSW

Lightship LV-75 St. Clair Lighthouse

6.7 NMS

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Jersey City?+
The approach to Jersey City is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Roosevelt Island Reef Lighthouse at 1.5 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Manhattan Hudson River Lighthouses (2.4 NM NNE), Lightship 84 (WAL-509) St. Johns (2.8 NM SSE), Upper New York Bay (3.8 NM SSW), Lightship LV-75 St. Clair (6.7 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Jersey City?+
The Port of Jersey City is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Jersey City?+
You can track vessels near Jersey City (USJEC) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for USJEC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Jersey City?+
The Port of Jersey City operates in the UTC-5 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.