New Smyrna Beach travel guide

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With a population of 22,464, New Smyrna Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. New Smyrna Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in New Smyrna Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, SoNapa Grille (3406 S Atlantic Ave) and Bello Valentinos (2392 N Dixie Fwy) are great picks.

When to visit New Smyrna Beach

New Smyrna Beach in November
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Smyrna Beach in November
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to New Smyrna Beach

Plane

When flying to New Smyrna Beach, you’ll arrive at Daytona Beach (DAB), which is located 22 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to New Smyrna Beach include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to New Smyrna Beach departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

Brightline is the most popular train carrier serving New Smyrna Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from New Smyrna Beach to Tampa takes 1h 49m and costs around $13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from West Palm Beach, expect to pay about $27 for a 2h 12m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Smyrna Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 70 km from New Smyrna Beach. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Smyrna Beach, including Jet Set Express, RedCoach and FlixBus. From Lake Worth, the bus ride to New Smyrna Beach takes 266 km and will cost you around $47. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $47 for a journey of 386 km.

Plane

When flying to New Smyrna Beach, you’ll arrive at Daytona Beach (DAB), which is located 22 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to New Smyrna Beach include Air France, Aeromexico and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to New Smyrna Beach departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 05m.

Train

Brightline is the most popular train carrier serving New Smyrna Beach, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from New Smyrna Beach to Tampa takes 1h 49m and costs around $13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from West Palm Beach, expect to pay about $27 for a 2h 12m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Smyrna Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 70 km from New Smyrna Beach. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Smyrna Beach, including Jet Set Express, RedCoach and FlixBus. From Lake Worth, the bus ride to New Smyrna Beach takes 266 km and will cost you around $47. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $47 for a journey of 386 km.

Airports near New Smyrna Beach

Airlines serving New Smyrna Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (955 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,592 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,261 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (490 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,111 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,965 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,962 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (925 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,167 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (405 reviews)
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Where to stay in New Smyrna Beach

Average rates range from around $291 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $213 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of New Smyrna Beach

Most booked hotels in New Smyrna Beach

Black Dolphin Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, 94 reviews)
$230+
The Riverview Hotel - New Smyrna Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9, 563 reviews)
$213+
Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3989 reviews)
$225+
Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1527 reviews)
$214+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott New Smyrna Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 217 reviews)
$272+
Islander Beach Resort - New Smyrna Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 715 reviews)
$108+

Renting a car in New Smyrna Beach

Renting a car in New Smyrna Beach costs $50 per day, on average, or $100 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in New Smyrna Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in New Smyrna Beach is Economy (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in New Smyrna Beach costs $50 per day, on average, or $100 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in New Smyrna Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in New Smyrna Beach is Economy (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.