Fernandina Beach travel guide
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You're Going to Love Fernandina Beach
With a population of 11,487, Fernandina Beach is a must-see destination in Florida, United States.
Where to Eat in Fernandina Beach
If you’re looking for affordable options, España Restaurant of Amelia Island (22 S. 4th Street) and 29 South Eats (29 South 3rd Street) are great picks.
When to visit Fernandina Beach
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fernandina Beach in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 7 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Fernandina Beach, with an average rainfall of 58 mm.
How to Get to Fernandina Beach
Plane
Although Fernandina Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Jacksonville Airport (JAX), which is located 29 km from Fernandina Beach. The shortest flight to Fernandina Beach from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 12h 32m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fernandina Beach. The train journey from Fernandina Beach to Savannah takes 2h 29m and costs around €30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about €21 for a 2h 58m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Fernandina Beach is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 237 km from Fernandina Beach. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Budget, among others, in Orlando.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fernandina Beach, including Megabus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Fernandina Beach takes 579 km and will cost you around €26. From Fort Lauderdale, the ticket costs about €94 for a journey of 700 km.
Airlines serving Fernandina Beach
Where to stay in Fernandina Beach
From 5-star hotels such as the The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island to great affordable options like the Elizabeth Pointe Lodge, Fernandina Beach offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around €407 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €554 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Amelia Schoolhouse Inn and Beachside Motel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Fernandina Beach
Most booked hotels in Fernandina Beach
Hiring a car in Fernandina Beach
Expect to pay €0.98 per litre in Fernandina Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €11.65 and €15.53. The most frequently booked car type in Fernandina Beach is Compact (Ford EcoSport or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Nissan Versa or similar) is, on average, 23% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.