Tybee Island travel guide

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You're Going to Love Tybee Island

With a population of 3,102, Tybee Island is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Tybee Island deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Tybee Island

If you’re looking for affordable options, Zunzibar - Tybee Island (1115 Us-80) and The Deck Beach Bar and Kitchen (404 Butler Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Tybee Island

Tybee Island in February
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tybee Island in February
Estimated hotel price
$158
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Tybee Island in June, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 6.5″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Tybee Island, with an average rainfall of 1.7″.

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How to Get to Tybee Island

Plane

Although Tybee Island doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hilton Head Island (HHH), which is located 18 miles from Tybee Island. Savannah/Hilton Head is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, ITA Airways, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Tybee Island departs from Appleton and takes around 2h 25m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Tybee Island. The train journey from Tybee Island to Cary takes 7h 00m and costs around $49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alexandria, expect to pay about $124 for a 10h 58m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Tybee Island is to pick up a car rental from Jacksonville, which is about 125 miles from Tybee Island. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Jacksonville.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tybee Island, including FlixBus, StarLine Coach and Bus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Tybee Island takes 250 miles and will cost you around $110. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $169 for a journey of 650 miles.

Plane

Although Tybee Island doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hilton Head Island (HHH), which is located 18 miles from Tybee Island. Savannah/Hilton Head is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, ITA Airways, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Tybee Island departs from Appleton and takes around 2h 25m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Tybee Island. The train journey from Tybee Island to Cary takes 7h 00m and costs around $49 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alexandria, expect to pay about $124 for a 10h 58m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Tybee Island is to pick up a car rental from Jacksonville, which is about 125 miles from Tybee Island. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Jacksonville.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Tybee Island, including FlixBus, StarLine Coach and Bus. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Tybee Island takes 250 miles and will cost you around $110. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $169 for a journey of 650 miles.

Airports near Tybee Island

Airlines serving Tybee Island

Lufthansa
Good (4,669 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,534 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,615 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (485 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,856 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,175 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,648 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (716 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,605 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,544 reviews)
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Where to stay in Tybee Island

Average rates range from around $383 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $282 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Desoto Beach Gardens and Atlantis Inn - Tybee Island.

Where to stay in popular areas of Tybee Island

Most booked hotels in Tybee Island

Desoto Beach Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1258 reviews)
$207+
Admiral's Inn on Tybee Island
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1499 reviews)
$182+
Dunes Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.7, 1155 reviews)
$185+
Sea And Breeze Hotel And Condo
2 stars
Good (7.2, 1126 reviews)
$176+
Hotel Tybee
2 stars
Good (7.1, 1548 reviews)
$250+
Sandcastle Inn
2 stars
Good (6.7, 1207 reviews)
$181+

Renting a car in Tybee Island

Renting a car in Tybee Island costs $55 per day, on average, or $110 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 40% cheaper than airport locations in Tybee Island.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Tybee Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Standard (Hyundai Sonata or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Tybee Island, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Tybee Island costs $55 per day, on average, or $110 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 40% cheaper than airport locations in Tybee Island.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Tybee Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Standard (Hyundai Sonata or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Tybee Island, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.