It’s that time of year again. The energy is building, the greens are pristine, and the world’s best golfers are arriving in Northeast Florida for the 2026 Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass. If you’ve ever experienced tournament week in Ponte Vedra, you know—it’s not just a golf event. It’s the event.
Why The Players Championship Is Unlike Any Other Event
The Players Championship has earned its reputation as the “fifth major,” drawing elite PGA Tour talent and fans from around the globe. The iconic 17th island green alone makes it one of the most recognizable holes in golf.
But along with world-class golf comes world-class crowds.
During tournament week, Jacksonville traffic increases dramatically—especially between Ponte Vedra, downtown Jax, Jacksonville Beach, and Jacksonville Airport. Parking fills up early, rideshares surge, and navigating everything yourself can take the fun out of the day.
Instead of stressing about directions and parking, imagine stepping into a clean, luxury vehicle, relaxing in comfort, and arriving right where you need to be—on time and without hassle.
That’s the Mikes Shuttle difference.
Our most common requests during tournament week:
• Airport pickups and drop-offs (and yes, we track your flight)
• Car service between Jacksonville and St. Augustine
• Rides out to Amelia Island or Jekyll Island
• Group shuttles for corporate guests or friend groups
• Black car service for the whole weekend if you want to go all-in
Private Car Service for Players Week
Whether you’re flying into Jacksonville Airport (JAX) or already local, our private car service is designed for comfort and convenience.
We provide:
• Executive black cars
• Luxury private cars
• SUV and limo transportation
• Group shuttle buses
• Custom private shuttle services
Parking fills up fast. Not “get there a little early” fast — actually fast. Rideshares get expensive and unreliable when demand spikes. And if you’re coordinating with a group, trying to carpool in multiple vehicles is a headache that starts before you even leave the hotel.
The easiest thing you can do is just book something in advance and stop thinking about it. That’s kind of the whole pitch.
Serving All of Northeast Florida (and Beyond)
One of the biggest advantages of working with Mikes Shuttle is our regional reach. We serve Jacksonville and the whole Northeast Florida region — Ponte Vedra, Orange Park, St. Augustine, Amelia Island, Gainesville, and even up to Sea Island in Georgia. If you’re making the trip for the 2026 Players Championship and want the logistics handled, reach out early. Tournament week books up faster than most people expect.
Flying into Jacksonville Airport and staying outside the immediate area? No problem.
We frequently provide:
- • Transportation from Jacksonville Airport to Jekyll Island or Sea Island Georgia
• Car service from Jacksonville Airport to Amelia Island
• Car service from Jacksonville Airport to St. Augustine
• Jacksonville airport transportation to Gainesville
And if you’re landing at JAX airport late or departing early, our drivers track flights to ensure timely pickup and drop-off.
