Jacksonville Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jacksonville Beach

With a population of 21,362, Jacksonville Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Jacksonville Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Jacksonville Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Blind Rabbit - Jax Beach (311 North 3rd Street) and Espeto Brazilian Steakhouse (1396 Beach Boulevard) are great picks.

When to visit Jacksonville Beach

Jacksonville Beach in August
Estimated hotel price
$194
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jacksonville Beach in August
Estimated hotel price
$194
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jacksonville Beach in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 44.6 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 7.6″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Jacksonville Beach, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.

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How to Get to Jacksonville Beach

Plane

Although Jacksonville Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jacksonville Airport (JAX), which is located 22 miles from Jacksonville Beach. Jacksonville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Frontier, Air France, Royal Air Maroc and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Jacksonville Beach departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 33m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Jacksonville Beach. The train journey from Jacksonville Beach to Winter Park takes 2h 58m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Jacksonville Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 121 miles from Jacksonville Beach. You’ll find branches of Hertz and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in Orlando.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Jacksonville Beach using Megabus or Greyhound.

Plane

Although Jacksonville Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jacksonville Airport (JAX), which is located 22 miles from Jacksonville Beach. Jacksonville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Frontier, Air France, Royal Air Maroc and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Jacksonville Beach departs from Nashville and takes around 1h 33m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Jacksonville Beach. The train journey from Jacksonville Beach to Winter Park takes 2h 58m and costs around $22 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $22 for a 3h 02m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Jacksonville Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 121 miles from Jacksonville Beach. You’ll find branches of Hertz and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in Orlando.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Jacksonville Beach using Megabus or Greyhound.

Airports near Jacksonville Beach

Airlines serving Jacksonville Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,689 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,279 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,598 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,172 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,717 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,595 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (726 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,354 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jacksonville Beach

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville Beach and Hampton Inn Jacksonville/Ponte Vedra Beach-Mayo Clinic Area.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jacksonville Beach

Most booked hotels in Jacksonville Beach

Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1129 reviews)
$136+
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1558 reviews)
$163+
One Ocean Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 302 reviews)
$270+
Best Western Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1472 reviews)
$160+
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 874 reviews)
$216+
The Lodge and Club at Ponte Vedra Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 29 reviews)
$496+

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach costs $60 per day, on average, or $120 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Jacksonville.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Jacksonville Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Jacksonville Beach is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach costs $60 per day, on average, or $120 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Jacksonville.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Jacksonville Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Jacksonville Beach is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.