Beaches & Waterways

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) www.jtafla.com

JTA provides various mass transit services for the public in Duval County, including paratransit for the disabled and elderly, and Ride Request on-demand services. Bus – JTA manages all bus services in the greater Jacksonville area. The JTA website features updated information about each route daily, including a specific time for each stop, making it more convenient than ever to take public transportation. Connexion (Paratransit) – The paratransit service provides destination-to-destination shared transportation for disabled and disadvantaged individuals. JTA provides this service to supplement fixed bus routes around the city in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Connexion Plus is for eligible customers who want private, same-day, door-to-door service anywhere in Duval County. Park-n-Ride – Created to make going to downtown Jacksonville a breeze, this coordinated JTA effort has designated lots around the city with express service to downtown. The Stadium Shuttle provides transportation to and from the stadium for major sporting events. These buses run continuously so whenever you’re ready to leave, you will have a guaranteed ride back to your car. ReadiRide – Offered by JTA through Owl Inc., ReadiRide is an on-call service that provides affordable transportation to customers in 11 Jacksonville communities. Download the MyJTA app for more information and payment options. Skyway – This free automated train allows riders to glide high above traffic for convenient access around downtown Jacksonville. There are eight train stations and trains depart every four minutes during peak hours (6 to 9 a.m. and4 to 7 p.m.)and every eight minutes during off-peak hours. Other Regional Services – JTA partners with all neighboring counties to provide a seamless ride to your destination, even if that destination isn’t in Duval County.

Jacksonville Skyway, photo by Michel Curi

Baker Express, photo courtesy of JTA

Photo courtesy of JTA

Baker Transit: www.jtafla.com/ride-jta/ regional-services/

In Baker County,the WildcatShuttle is operated by theBaker County Council on Aging.

Clay Regional Express: www.jtafla.com/ride-jta/ regional-services/clay-expressselect/

JTA operates the Clay Regional Express (Route201) from the Black Creek Park-n-Ride and the Route 5 from the OrangePark Mall.

Nassau Express Select: www.nassautransit.org/ameliaisland/nassau-express-select/

Through JTA and NassauTRANSIT, Nassau ExpressSelect offers travelers an executive-style ride back andforth from Nassau County to downtown Jacksonville.

Sunshine Bus Company (St. Johns County) www.sunshinebus.net

The Sunshine Bus Company is St. Johns County’s public transit and offers a deviatedfixed routeline with nine differentroutes throughout the county. A paratransit door-to-door service is alsoavailable for those that need a wheelchair lift or extra assistance, provided by the St. Johns County Council on Aging.

Jacksonville International Airport serves six million passengers each year and has over 200 arrivals and departures daily! “

AERONAUTICAL

Jacksonville Aviation Authority www.flyjax.com

The Jacksonville Aviation Authority owns and operates Jacksonville International Airport, Cecil Airport, Jacksonville Executive at Craig Airport and Herlong Recreational Airport.

Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)

Northeast Florida’s only major airport serves as the gateway to the First Coast region and neighboring areas. JAX provides non-stop flights to major U.S. airports, many of which go international. Only 12 miles from downtown Jacksonville, the airport offers free in-terminal Wi-Fi, live entertainment, shops and restaurants.

Cecil Airport (VQQ)

Cecil Airport is a public joint civil-military airport and spaceport that services military aircraft, corporate aircraft, general aviation and air cargo.

Herlong Recreational Airport (HEG)

Perfect for aviation enthusiasts, this small-scale airport on Jacksonville’s Westside is used for light sport and recreational flying, including skydiving, helicopters, glider airplanes and more. Additional services include flight training, aircraft sales and maintenance.

Jacksonville Executive at Craig Airport (JAXEX)

This mid-sized corporate airport in the Arlington neighborhood provides convenient access to corporate travelers flying in and out of the city and offers a slew of services including flight training and an 18-hole golf course.

Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport (FMBA) www.fbfl.us/airport

In Nassau County, the Fernandina Beach Municipal Airport is operated by the City of Fernandina Beach and serves Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach.

Keystone Heights Airport (42J) www.keystoneairport.com

Keystone Heights Airport serves travelers in Clay and Bradford counties and is located 50 miles southwest of Jacksonville.

Northeast Florida Regional Airport (KSGJ or UST) www.flynf.com

Northeast Florida Regional Airport in St. Johns County is just a few miles from historic downtown St. Augustine. Operated by the St. Johns County Airport Authority, the public facility is centered in a gateway market of 4.4 million passengers within a two-hour drive to the airport.