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 January
Estimated hotel price
$196
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jacksonville Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$196
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 American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Jacksonville Beach departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h.

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 $28 for a 2h 58m 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 ADDCAR RENTAL and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jacksonville Beach, including Megabus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Jacksonville Beach takes 360 miles and will cost you around $28. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $111 for a journey of 535 miles.

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 American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Jacksonville Beach departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 2h.

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 $28 for a 2h 58m 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 ADDCAR RENTAL and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jacksonville Beach, including Megabus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Jacksonville Beach takes 360 miles and will cost you around $28. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $111 for a journey of 535 miles.

Airports near Jacksonville Beach

Airlines serving Jacksonville Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,675 reviews)
KLM
Good (855 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,522 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,305 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,583 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,951 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,476 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,834 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (922 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,634 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (717 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,606 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (778 reviews)
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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, 1138 reviews)
$150+
One Ocean Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 302 reviews)
$281+
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1571 reviews)
$184+
Best Western Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1476 reviews)
$180+
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 890 reviews)
$215+
The Lodge and Club at Ponte Vedra Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 29 reviews)
$505+

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach costs $52 per day, on average, or $103 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, 4% more expensive than at Jacksonville.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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 $52 per day, on average, or $103 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, 4% more expensive than at Jacksonville.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. 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.