Navigating Jacksonville without a car in 2026 is manageable if you focus on the urban core, though the city's vast size (the largest by area in the contiguous US) makes it a challenge. The JTA (Jacksonville Transportation Authority) is the primary provider, featuring the Skyway, a free automated monorail that connects downtown hubs and the Southbank. For longer distances, the First Coast Flyer is a high-frequency Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system that links the suburbs to the city center with fewer stops than a standard bus. In historic areas like Riverside and Avondale, you can use the neighborhood trolleys, which are popular with both locals and tourists. For a unique scenic route, the St. Johns River Taxi provides water transport between downtown and various stadiums or dining districts. While rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are ubiquitous, travelers on a budget should utilize the JTA "MyJTA" app to track real-time bus arrivals and purchase digital passes to move seamlessly between the rail and road networks.