Significant I-10 Detours and Skyway Bus Bridge Impact Thursday Commute

Morning Traffic Overview for Thursday, March 12, 2026

Commuters in the Jacksonville area should prepare for a challenging morning and evening drive today. As the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) continues its massive I-10 widening project, several key interchanges are experiencing scheduled detours and closures. Additionally, transit riders should be aware of ongoing service changes to the Skyway and specific bus routes that may affect daily travel times.

Major Arteries and Construction Alerts

The I-10 widening project between I-295 and I-95 remains the primary source of congestion for Westside and Downtown commuters. Specifically, for today, Thursday, March 12, the following conditions are in effect:

• I-10 West Off-Ramp to U.S. 17 (Roosevelt Boulevard): This ramp is scheduled for overnight closure ending at 5 a.m. However, residual congestion is expected near McDuff Avenue as traffic clears from the overnight detour.
• I-10 East at Lane Avenue: Significant traffic shifts are occurring in this area. Commuters should expect narrowed lanes and lower speed limits as crews finalize work on the Lane Avenue interchange.
• Jacksonville Beach: Local drivers should note that 2nd Street between 12th Avenue South and 13th Street South is closed today for road improvements. This closure is expected to wrap up by the end of the day, but local detours remain in place for residents.
• I-95/I-295 North Interchange: While major work occurs overnight, the ongoing reconstruction of this interchange continues to cause merging delays during peak morning hours.

Public Transportation and JTA Updates

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) has issued several alerts for Thursday morning. Most notably, the Skyway remains out of service for trains. A "Bus Bridge" is currently in operation, with shuttle buses running between all stations to maintain connectivity for downtown workers. Riders should allow an extra 15 to 20 minutes for their commute if relying on this service.

In other transit news, JTA’s fare reduction pilot program is in full effect. Commuters can take advantage of the $1 fixed-route bus fare. However, Route 12 continues to follow a detour due to JEA construction at Myrtle Avenue and Kings Road, bypassing several standard stops in the area.

Special Event Impacts: THE PLAYERS Championship

With THE PLAYERS Championship underway at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra, traffic volume is significantly higher on J. Turner Butler Boulevard (SR 202) and A1A. Expect heavy delays heading eastbound toward the beaches throughout the morning. Public officials recommend using the FL511 app for real-time navigation and considering official tournament shuttles to avoid peak-hour gridlock near the course entrance.