New Smyrna Beach is approximately 55 to 56 miles from Orlando by road, with the driving distance typically around 50.9 to 51 miles. The drive usually takes about 1 hour and 8 to 9 minutes, depending on traffic conditions

. Travel options include driving directly, which is the fastest and cheapest way, or a combination of taxi and train, which takes about 1 hour 28 to 30 minutes but involves transfers and higher costs

. The route generally involves taking Interstate 4 and State Road 44 for the drive

. In summary:

• Distance: About 55 miles (road distance around 51 miles)
• Driving time: Approximately 1 hour 8 to 9 minutes
• Alternative travel: Taxi + train (about 1.5 hours)

This makes New Smyrna Beach a convenient beach destination roughly an hour's drive from downtown Orlando