Naval Station Mayport
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Compare estimated no-traffic commutes, area centers, school-zone resources and new homes near Naval Station Mayport. Plan a Jacksonville-area move with Carrie & Co.
- Address
- Mayport Road main gate approach, Jacksonville, FL 32228The Census-matched Mayport Road and Wonderwood Drive intersection is a reference point on the official main-gate approach, approximately one mile before the gate. Estimates do not include that last approach, gate access or on-base travel. The Navy identifies its adjacent visitor center as Building 1983, not a street number.
The map
Pins colored by estimated no-traffic drive time
Commute by area
Estimated, without traffic
Under 15 minutes
| Area | Est. drive |
|---|---|
| Atlantic Beach | 8 min |
| Neptune Beach | 11 min |
15 to 25 minutes
| Area | Est. drive |
|---|---|
| Jacksonville Beach | 16 min |
| Intracoastal West | 17 min |
| Arlington | 25 min |
25 to 35 minutes
| Area | Est. drive |
|---|---|
| Deerwood / Tinseltown | 28 min |
| Northside (Oceanway) | 29 min |
| Downtown | 31 min |
| Springfield | 31 min |
| Ponte Vedra Beach | 31 min |
| San Marco | 32 min |
| Baymeadows | 32 min |
| Southbank | 33 min |
| Riverside | 34 min |
35 to 50 minutes
| Area | Est. drive |
|---|---|
| Avondale | 39 min |
| Mandarin | 43 min |
| Nocatee | 43 min |
| Ortega | 45 min |
| Julington Creek | 46 min |
| Yulee | 46 min |
| Orange Park | 48 min |
| RiverTown / St. Johns | 50 min |
Estimated drive time without traffic. Rush hour can add 10 to 20 minutes or more.
Schools near your commute
- Duncan U. Fletcher High School
- Riverside High School
- Terry Parker High School
- First Coast High School
- Englewood High School
- Sandalwood High School
Public, non-application high schools within about 7 km of area centers in the 35-minute bands, listed for reference only. This is not a school assignment. Confirm zoning for any address with the school district before you buy.
New construction within 35 minutes
- RiversEdge34 min
Relocation
checklist
- Get preapproved. A Florida-licensed lender letter sets your range and strengthens an offer made from out of state. Ask for a lender introduction.
- Shortlist by commute. Pick two or three areas from the tables above, then plan one scouting trip around rush hour.
- Check flood zone and insurance. Quote the exact address early.
- Confirm school zones. Search the address on our school zone map, then verify with the district.
- Estimate property taxes. A purchase can reset the assessed value. Run the property tax calculator before you offer.
- PCS orders? Weigh buying against renting for the length of your tour.
A plan built
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Frequently asked
Where do people live near Naval Station Mayport?
Under 15 minutes: Atlantic Beach and Neptune Beach. 15 to 25 minutes: Jacksonville Beach, Intracoastal West and Arlington. 25 to 35 minutes: Deerwood / Tinseltown, Northside (Oceanway), Downtown, Springfield, Ponte Vedra Beach, San Marco, Baymeadows, Southbank and Riverside. 35 to 50 minutes: Avondale, Mandarin, Nocatee, Ortega, Julington Creek, Yulee, Orange Park and RiverTown / St. Johns. Estimated drive time without traffic. Rush hour can add 10 to 20 minutes or more.
How long is the commute from Ponte Vedra Beach to Naval Station Mayport?
About 31 minutes from the Ponte Vedra Beach area center, in the 25 to 35 minutes band. Estimated drive time without traffic. Rush hour can add 10 to 20 minutes or more.
Can you help with a relocation from out of state?
Yes. We can help you compare areas by estimated commute before you visit, plan a scouting trip, and tour homes by live video when you cannot be here in person. We can also introduce lenders, inspectors and insurance agents you may want to speak with. Closing logistics depend on the title company and lender for your purchase, so ask them early what can be handled remotely.
Should I buy or rent on a PCS move to Naval Station Mayport?
It depends on the length of your orders, your housing allowance and whether a VA loan fits your plans. Our PCS guide walks through the trade-offs.
Other employer guides
All guidesEstimated drive time without traffic. Rush hour can add 10 to 20 minutes or more. Employer details come from the linked public sources as of November 8, 2026. No affiliation with any employer is implied.