The Osprey Connector: We will Swoop You Up!

Announcements

• New Town Center Shuttle Route

  The Town Center shuttle route has added two additional stops that include Target and Publix. The new route starts on campus in front of the Thomas G. Carpenter Library, Building 12, and stops at the Town Center, near the Men's Warehouse store, then arrives at Target, followed by stopping at Publix, before returning to the Library stop on campus. 

   

  The Target stop is located to the left of the main entrance and in front of the Pharmacy sign. The Publix stop is to the right of the main entrance. 

   

  This route can be tracked in real-time via DoubleMap app.

Information

• Safety

  To ensure a safe and comfortable ride on the Osprey Connector shuttle, please follow these rules:

  • Wear a mask in all indoor and outdoor areas on campus (including the shuttles) All shuttle drivers will wear masks
  • Maintain social distancing (six feet apart)
  • Wash your hands frequently or use hand sanitizer
  • Screen yourself daily (SAFE OSPREYS App)
  • Stay home if you are sick
  • No alcohol
  • No animals allowed other than approved service animals
  • No smoking
  • Be seated 
  • Shirt and shoes are required

   

  If the shuttle is not running and you choose to walk during late hours, you may request a Safety Escort by calling the University Police Department at (904) 620-2800.

• DoubleMap App -- estimate the time of arrival (ETA)

  This service is known as DoubleMap and it offers the riders peace of mind through a variety of interfaces that provides real-time shuttle locations and estimated time of arrival (ETA) predictions to a specific stop. Visit DoubleMap app to view the routes and pick up/drop off locations.  

   

  DoubleMap has created an iOS and Android app for your smart phone that provides quicker results and alert options. 

   

• Osprey Connector Schedule and Route : Fall/Spring term

  7 a.m. to 3 a.m.	Monday - Friday
  No service	Saturday
  6 p.m. to 12 a.m.	Sunday (modified Residence Hall Route)

   

  The Campus Route starts at Kernan Boulevard (next to Hicks Hall/Lot 53) and proceeds to the Flats at UNF (Building 65); it stops at five locations on the core of campus, two stops at Lot 18, and then back toward the core of campus for five stops before returning to Kernan Boulevard.

   

  The modified Residence Hall Route starts at Kernan Boulevard (next to Hicks Hall/Lot 53), proceeds to the Flats, stops at the Fountains Stop, and then proceeds to the Village and the Crossings before returning to Kernan Boulevard.

   

  These routes can be viewed through the shuttle map and can be tracked real-time via DoubleMap app.

• The Osprey Transit -- Shuttle for Riders with Mobility needs

  The Osprey Transit is a dedicated shuttle to assist students, faculty and staff with mobility needs and temporary mobility needs that extend beyond the assigned standard shuttle stops on campus. While all the Osprey Connector shuttles are full accessible, the customer now has the additional option of requesting a pick up and drop off location on campus.

   

  This exclusive shuttle is equipped with four wheelchair seats and 8 - 10 seats for other mobility needs.

   

  Hours of operation for Fall/Spring/Summer:

  7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.	Monday - Thursday
  7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.	Friday
  No service	Saturday & Sunday

   

  To schedule a pick up time, please call (904) 620-5718 no later than 7 p.m. the prior day of intended pick up time. Please refrain from leaving weekend phone requests for a Monday morning pick up time prior to 8:30 a.m. For more assistance, please call Parking & Transportation Services at (904) 620-2815.

• Visiting the St. Johns Town Center - Shuttle Schedule and Route

  Fall/Spring/Summer B schedule:

  10 a.m. to 4 p.m.	Monday - Thursday
  11 a.m. to 3 p.m.	Friday - Sunday

   

  The Town Center shuttle route has added two additional stops that include Target and Publix. The new route starts on campus in front of the Thomas G. Carpenter Library, Building 12, and stops at the Town Center, near the Men's Warehouse store, then arrives at Target, followed by stopping at Publix, before returning to the Library stop on campus. 

   

  The Target stop is located to the left of the main entrance and in front of the Pharmacy sign. The Publix stop is to the right of the main entrance. 

   

  This route can be can be tracked in real-time via DoubleMap app.

Shuttle Rental

• Interested in renting one of our passenger shuttles for an on OR off campus event?
  • Up to 30 max passenger (On campus/Duval County) with 2 hour minimum: $56.65/hr.
  • Up to 30 max passenger (Off campus Only/outside of Duval County) with 5 hour minimum: $56.65/hr.
  • 31 to 38 max passenger (On/Off campus) with 4 hour minimum: $95/hr.
  • 39 to 56 max passenger (On/Off campus):

  Flat Rate Pricing: 2 hrs. $375, 2-6 hrs. $765, 6-15 hrs. $1,125

   

  Contact Luis Senior, ECHO Transportation

  Phone (904) 631 - 5466

  Email luis@echoafc.com

  Website http://www.echotransportation.com