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 14 miles 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 Fort Lauderdale, expect to pay about $25 for a 2h 50m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Smyrna Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 43 miles 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 165 miles and will cost you around $47. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $47 for a journey of 240 miles.

Plane

When flying to New Smyrna Beach, you’ll arrive at Daytona Beach (DAB), which is located 14 miles 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 Fort Lauderdale, expect to pay about $25 for a 2h 50m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Smyrna Beach is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 43 miles 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 165 miles and will cost you around $47. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about $47 for a journey of 240 miles.

Airports near New Smyrna Beach

Airlines serving New Smyrna Beach

Lufthansa
Good (4,689 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,604 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,264 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (489 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,598 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,106 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,433 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,971 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,967 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (857 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (928 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (411 reviews)
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Where to stay in New Smyrna Beach

Average rates range from around $290 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $214 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, 93 reviews)
$230+
The Riverview Hotel - New Smyrna Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9, 562 reviews)
$213+
Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1522 reviews)
$213+
Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3999 reviews)
$225+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott New Smyrna Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 216 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.