Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

New Bern travel guide

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You're Going to Love New Bern

With a population of 29,524, New Bern is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. New Bern deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in New Bern

If you’re looking for affordable options, Persimmons Waterfront Restaurant (100 Pollock St) and 247 Craven (247 Craven St) are great picks.

When to visit New Bern

New Bern in April
Estimated hotel price
$161
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Bern in April
Estimated hotel price
$161
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to New Bern in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 8.3″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in New Bern, with an average rainfall of 3.1″.

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How to Get to New Bern

Plane

When flying to New Bern, you’ll arrive at New Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl (EWN), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to New Bern departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to New Bern is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 101 miles from New Bern. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Raleigh.

Bus

The most popular bus station is New Bern Greyhound Bus Station, located 4 miles from downtown New Bern. New Bern is also a commonly used station, and is 1.9 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to New Bern, you’ll arrive at New Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl (EWN), which is located 2 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to New Bern departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to New Bern is to pick up a car rental from Raleigh, which is about 101 miles from New Bern. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Raleigh.

Bus

The most popular bus station is New Bern Greyhound Bus Station, located 4 miles from downtown New Bern. New Bern is also a commonly used station, and is 1.9 miles from the city center.

Airports near New Bern

OAJJacksonville Albert J Ellis
ILMWilmington New Hanover County
EWNNew Bern Coastal Carolina Rgnl

Airlines serving New Bern

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,924 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,165 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (346 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (643 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
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Where to stay in New Bern

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites New Bern and Comfort Suites. There are also lots of vacation rental options in New Bern, with prices from $125 to $446 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in New Bern are about 51% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in New Bern by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of New Bern

Most booked hotels in New Bern

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott New Bern
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 282 reviews)
$140+
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Clarion Pointe New Bern
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 299 reviews)
$125+
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Courtyard by Marriott New Bern
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 218 reviews)
$145+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New Bern Riverfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 400 reviews)
$181+
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Bridgepointe Hotel & Marina
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1298 reviews)
$150+
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Comfort Suites
2 stars
Good (7.8, 786 reviews)
$125+
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Renting a car in New Bern

Renting a car in New Bern costs $72 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in New Bern.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in New Bern (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in New Bern, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in New Bern costs $72 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in New Bern.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in New Bern (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in New Bern, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in New Bern

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$45/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$46/day

Compact
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