Policy For Extended Hours
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority is pleased to provide complete
service to groups traveling to and from meetings, events and activities
occurring in areas served by the Skyway.
The Skyway system is an important linkage in downtown, promoting mobility
for work, lunchtime and special events and activities. JTA will work
closely with the Visitors and Convention Bureau, Tourist Development
Council; Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Development Authority, FCCJ,
and City or State governments to accommodate requests on a case by case
basis if the anticipated passenger usage is reasonable.
Regular Skyway Operating Hours
Monday - Friday 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday -10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Sunday - Special Events Only
Cost
It costs only 50 cents to ride the Skyway one way! No special
token is required. Simply insert the correct change amount into
the turnstyles.
Extended Hours Criteria
Written requests for extended hours Monday through Saturday and special
hours on Sunday must be made at least two weeks in advance and include
the following:
- Description and event location
- Requested hours of extension
- Include an outline of the group's events and locations
- Estimated number of attendees including the number of people anticipated
to use the system
- Name(s) of Hotel(s) where guests will stay
- Contact person, including name, address, telephone, fax & Email
- Brief description of how the sponsoring organization intends to
promote the Skyway with its group
Send your written requests to:
Manager of Skyway Operations
100 N. Myrtle Ave.
P.O. Drawer “O”
Jacksonville, FL 32203
It is important to know if large groups are moving at specific times
and the approximate flow of riders throughout the requested hours to
determine the service level required. The Skyway personnel will determine
the routes, frequency and number of Skyway vehicles necessary to accommodate
the request.
Service Criteria
The Skyway is generally not available beyond midnight.
Groups
Skyway service generally will not extend weekend hours or provide Sunday
service for groups less than 1000 people.
Events Activities
Skyway operations will extend beyond its normal hours for events coordinated
in advance. Skyway Park-n-Ride spaces in several lots are available
for community and charitable events of public interest after 7 p.m.
week nights and on weekends.
Skyway service is generally increased for scheduled activities at the
Prime Osborn Convention Center. Extended hours or weekend service for
such activities must be made in advance.
Special Conditions
Area hotels recruiting convention or group activities should not advertise
or promote use of the Skyway beyond its normal operating schedule without
previous approval from JTA. If extended hours are requested, hotels
should advise groups to coordinate this request through the Visitors
and Convention Bureau, Tourist Development Council or the Skyway Manager
