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 $17 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

Megabus operates bus routes 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 $17 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

Megabus operates bus routes to Jacksonville Beach.

Airports near Jacksonville Beach

Airlines serving Jacksonville Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,664 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,540 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,615 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,176 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,652 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (716 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,606 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (773 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, 1139 reviews)
$144+
One Ocean Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 301 reviews)
$275+
Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1570 reviews)
$179+
Best Western Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1479 reviews)
$178+
Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach/Oceanfront
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 888 reviews)
$218+
The Lodge and Club at Ponte Vedra Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 29 reviews)
$490+

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach

Renting a car in Jacksonville Beach costs $54 per day, on average, or $107 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, 7% 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 $54 per day, on average, or $107 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, 7% 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.