Seaport · United States
Port of St Petersburg
St Petersburg (United States) is a small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 8680). It lies on the Gulf of Mexico.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- United States
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- RULED
- World Port Index no.
- 8680
- Coordinates
- 27.77°N, 82.62°W
- Harbor size
- Small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Good
- Waters
- Gulf of Mexico; North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- US Gulf Coast
- Repairs
- Limited
- Railway (slipway)
- Small
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 4.9 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 6.4 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 4.9 m |
| Tidal range | 0.6 m |
| Max vessel length | 333.3 m |
| Max vessel beam | 43.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 11.0 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Ro-ro
- Solid bulk
- Liquid bulk
- Container
- Breakbulk
Cranes and lifting
- Mobile cranes
Entrance restrictions
- Overhead limits
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Turning area
- Quarantine: pratique
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Longshoremen
- Electricity
- Medical facilities
- Dirty ballast disposal
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
- Fuel oil
- Diesel oil
- Deck supplies
- Engine supplies
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- Radiotelephone
- Airport
- Rail
Only items reported as available in the World Port Index are listed.
Distance from Vietnam
Great-circle (straight-line) distances from Vietnam’s main port clusters. Actual sea routes are longer, as ships follow sea lanes around land.
| From | Great-circle distance |
|---|---|
| Cat Lai (Ho Chi Minh City) | 8,430 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 8,440 nm |
| Hai Phong | 7,840 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to St Petersburg, with full port guides:
Data source
Port characteristics on this page come from the NGA World Port Index (Pub. 150, U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency), as distributed in the seaport-data-js dataset. The index is a navigational reference and may not reflect recent construction, terminal changes or current operating limits. Always confirm details with the port authority, agent or carrier. Sailing directions: U.S. Coast Pilot 5 - Gulf of Mexico Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands.
Frequently asked questions about St Petersburg
Where is Port of St Petersburg?
St Petersburg (United States) lies on the Gulf of Mexico, at about 27.77°N, 82.62°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of St Petersburg?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE RULED for St Petersburg. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at St Petersburg?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 333.3 m, beam 43.0 m, draft 11.0 m for St Petersburg. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
Does St Petersburg have container facilities?
Yes, the World Port Index lists container facilities at St Petersburg. Service availability depends on which carriers call there; we can check current options.
How far is St Petersburg from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 8,430 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 7,840 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Port Everglades, Miami, Freeport (Bahamas).
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from St Petersburg?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for St Petersburg through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking.