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New Smyrna Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love New Smyrna Beach

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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything New Smyrna Beach has to offer.

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 September
Estimated hotel price
$149
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Smyrna Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$149
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. The shortest domestic flight to New Smyrna Beach departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Smyrna Beach, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from New Smyrna Beach to Tampa takes 1h 49m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Jacksonville, expect to pay about $27 for a 2h 39m 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 Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Smyrna Beach, including Jet Set Express, Bus and FlixBus. From Tampa, the bus ride to New Smyrna Beach takes 110 miles and will cost you around $34. From Lake Worth, the ticket costs about $23 for a journey of 165 miles.

Plane

When flying to New Smyrna Beach, you’ll arrive at Daytona Beach (DAB), which is located 14 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to New Smyrna Beach departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Smyrna Beach, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from New Smyrna Beach to Tampa takes 1h 49m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Jacksonville, expect to pay about $27 for a 2h 39m 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 Rent-A-Wreck and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to New Smyrna Beach, including Jet Set Express, Bus and FlixBus. From Tampa, the bus ride to New Smyrna Beach takes 110 miles and will cost you around $34. From Lake Worth, the ticket costs about $23 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near New Smyrna Beach

MLBMelbourne
DABDaytona Beach
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving New Smyrna Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in New Smyrna Beach

Average rates range from around $302 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $201 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of New Smyrna Beach

Most booked hotels in New Smyrna Beach

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The Riverview Hotel - New Smyrna Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9, 917 reviews)
$234+
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Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1231 reviews)
$192+
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Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1533 reviews)
$176+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott New Smyrna Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 282 reviews)
$313+
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The Shores Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1518 reviews)
$189+
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Islander Beach Resort - New Smyrna Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 994 reviews)
$125+
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Renting a car in New Smyrna Beach

Renting a car in New Smyrna Beach costs $52 per day, on average, or $156 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 33% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in New Smyrna Beach, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in New Smyrna Beach costs $52 per day, on average, or $156 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 33% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in New Smyrna Beach, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in New Smyrna Beach

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$30/day

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Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$34/day

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