Daytona Beach, Florida

Where Is Area Code 386?

Area code 386 is in northeastern Florida. It serves Daytona Beach and a broad stretch of inland and coastal communities between the Atlantic coast and north-central Florida. The code covers parts of the Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach area and reaches west into rural counties.

Major cities and communities in area code 386 include Daytona Beach, Deltona, Ormond Beach, DeLand, New Smyrna Beach, Palm Coast, Lake City, and Live Oak. The area code serves all or part of Volusia, Flagler, Putnam, Suwannee, Hamilton, Lafayette, and Columbia counties.

This area includes both Atlantic shoreline and inland river and forest areas. Notable geographic features include the Atlantic Ocean, the Halifax River, the St. Johns River, and sections of the Ocala National Forest near the southern part of the region.

History of Area Code 386

Area code 386 was created on February 15, 2001. It was split from area code 904, which had covered a much larger part of northern Florida before population growth increased demand for new phone numbers.

Area code 386 is a split area code, not an overlay. The split gave Daytona Beach and nearby communities a separate code from Jacksonville and other parts of the old 904 region as phone use expanded across north and central Florida.

Key Facts About Area Code 386

• Area code 386 is in Florida, and Daytona Beach is one of its best-known cities.
• Area code 386 was activated on February 15, 2001, after a split from area code 904.
• Area code 386 uses the Eastern Time Zone.
• Area code 386 is a geographic area code, not a toll-free code.
• Area code 386 serves major cities including Daytona Beach, Deltona, Ormond Beach, DeLand, New Smyrna Beach, Palm Coast, and Lake City.
• Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach is one of the most famous landmarks in the 386 area code.
• Daytona Beach is home to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Bethune-Cookman University.
• Palm Coast and Flagler County are part of the 386 calling area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What state is area code 386 in?

Area code 386 is in Florida.

What major cities use area code 386?

Major cities that use area code 386 include Daytona Beach, Deltona, Ormond Beach, DeLand, New Smyrna Beach, Palm Coast, Lake City, and Live Oak.

Is area code 386 a toll-free number?

No. Area code 386 is a geographic area code.