Carnival cruise ship docked at the port of Jacksonville, Florida
Caribbean and West Indies

Jacksonville, Florida

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Port Overview

The Jacksonville Cruise Port, officially part of the Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT), serves as a homeport primarily for Carnival Cruise Line itineraries to the Bahamas and Caribbean. Opened in 2003 as a temporary facility, the terminal has become a long-standing embarkation point due to its convenience and proximity to Jacksonville International Airport. The single-story terminal building offers essential amenities for efficient embarkation and disembarkation, while its location near Interstate 95 provides easy highway access for regional travelers.

Number of Quays: 1 dedicated cruise berth at the JAXPORT Cruise Terminal.
Number of Passenger Terminals: 1 terminal building serving all cruise operations.
Distance to City Center: Approximately 14 km (8.7 miles) from downtown Jacksonville.
Distance to Airport: Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) is approx. 8 km (5 miles) from the terminal.

Port address
JAXPORT Cruise Terminal, 9810 August Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226, USA
Port phone number
+1 (904) 357-3006

Jacksonville, Florida - Transport to the Cruise Port

1. Taxi & Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)

  • Duration: 15–20 minutes

  • Cost: ~$20–$30

  • Pick-up zones are located just outside the arrivals area.

2. Private Transfers

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3. Shuttle Services

  • Some cruise lines, including Carnival, offer pre-arranged shuttle service from Jacksonville International Airport directly to the terminal.

4. Car Rentals

  • All major rental companies operate from the airport.

  • Parking at the cruise terminal is adjacent, fenced, and patrolled, costing approximately $17/day.

Jacksonville, Florida - Cruise Port Terminals

JAXPORT Cruise Terminal

The JAXPORT Cruise Terminal is a single, modern, and efficient facility designed to handle approximately 2,000 passengers per embarkation. It features an air-conditioned check-in hall, security screening, customs and immigration services, and covered boarding walkways. The layout is designed for smooth passenger flow, with separate zones for embarkation and debarkation. Ample on-site parking is available adjacent to the terminal, including secured long-term lots with shuttle service.

  • Cruise Lines: Carnival Cruise Line (Carnival Elation, seasonal deployments)

Terminal Facilities
Air conditioning
Baggage handling
Boarding bridges
Metal detectors – X-ray machines
Police – immigration
Taxis
WiFi
Waiting Areas
Accessibility
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