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Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
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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, The Spott NSB (424 Canal St) and Limoncello South (737 E 3rd Ave) are great picks.

When to visit New Smyrna Beach

New Smyrna Beach in November
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Smyrna Beach in November
Estimated hotel price
$151
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. The shortest domestic flight to New Smyrna Beach departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Smyrna Beach, followed by Train. The train journey from New Smyrna Beach to Tampa takes 1h 45m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fort Lauderdale, expect to pay about $38 for a 4h 37m 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 Rent-A-Wreck and America Car Rental, among others, in Orlando.

Plane

When flying to New Smyrna Beach, you’ll arrive at Daytona Beach (DAB), which is located 22 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to New Smyrna Beach departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 25m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving New Smyrna Beach, followed by Train. The train journey from New Smyrna Beach to Tampa takes 1h 45m and costs around $16 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fort Lauderdale, expect to pay about $38 for a 4h 37m 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 Rent-A-Wreck and America Car Rental, among others, in Orlando.

Airports near New Smyrna Beach

MLBMelbourne
DABDaytona Beach
ORLOrlando All airports

Airlines serving New Smyrna Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,975 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,949 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,459 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,356 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,937 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,212 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,690 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,570 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,770 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,004 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,242 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,318 reviews)
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Where to stay in New Smyrna Beach

Average rates range from around $218 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $186 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Coastal Waters Inn and Nocturne Motel.

Where to stay in popular areas of New Smyrna Beach

Most booked hotels in New Smyrna Beach

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Black Dolphin Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9.7, 204 reviews)
$206+
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The Riverview Hotel - New Smyrna Beach
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1059 reviews)
$201+
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Daytona Grande Oceanfront Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1534 reviews)
$178+
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Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1661 reviews)
$155+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott New Smyrna Beach
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 324 reviews)
$213+
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Hampton Inn New Smyrna Beach
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 772 reviews)
$181+
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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 $157 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, 31% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in New Smyrna Beach is Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in New Smyrna Beach costs $52 per day, on average, or $157 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, 31% more expensive than at Orlando.

Expect to pay $4.43 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 $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in New Smyrna Beach is Standard (Toyota Tacoma or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in New Smyrna Beach

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

Economy

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$37/day

Economy
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