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Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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. Consider staying at least one whole day in New Smyrna Beach to see all of its attractions.

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
$250
1 night at 3-star hotel
New Smyrna Beach in September
Estimated hotel price
$250
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 centre. The shortest flight to New Smyrna Beach from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 47m.

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 $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Jacksonville, expect to pay about $45 for a 2h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Smyrna Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 70 km from New Smyrna Beach. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Miami Life Cars, 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 177 km and will cost you around $57. From Lake Worth, the ticket costs about $39 for a journey of 266 km.

Plane

When flying to New Smyrna Beach, you’ll arrive at Daytona Beach (DAB), which is located 22 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to New Smyrna Beach from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 47m.

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 $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Jacksonville, expect to pay about $45 for a 2h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to New Smyrna Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 70 km from New Smyrna Beach. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Miami Life Cars, 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 177 km and will cost you around $57. From Lake Worth, the ticket costs about $39 for a journey of 266 km.

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 $510 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $338 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Coastal Waters Inn and Coconut Palms Beach Resort II a Ramada by Wyndham.

Where to stay in popular areas of New Smyrna Beach

Most booked hotels in New Smyrna Beach

Hard Rock Hotel Daytona Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$296+
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Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resort
4 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
$267+
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Ocean Shore Resort
1 star
Okay (4, Okay reviews)
$274+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Daytona Beach Speedway
2 stars
Okay (4.5, Okay reviews)
$128+
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Hiring a car in New Smyrna Beach

Expect to pay $1.52 per litre in New Smyrna Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.15 and $24.20. Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in New Smyrna Beach, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.52 per litre in New Smyrna Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.15 and $24.20. Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in New Smyrna Beach, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

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