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

Lincoln City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lincoln City

With a population of 7,930, Lincoln City is a must-see destination in Oregon, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 26 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lincoln City has to offer.

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When to visit Lincoln City

Lincoln City in January
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lincoln City in January
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lincoln City

Plane

Although Lincoln City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Eugene (EUG), which is located 70 miles from Lincoln City. The shortest flight to Lincoln City from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 32m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lincoln City.

Car

Another option to get to Lincoln City is to pick up a car hire from Portland, which is about 76 miles from Lincoln City. You’ll find branches of Budget and Thrifty, among others, in Portland.

Plane

Although Lincoln City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Eugene (EUG), which is located 70 miles from Lincoln City. The shortest flight to Lincoln City from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 32m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lincoln City.

Car

Another option to get to Lincoln City is to pick up a car hire from Portland, which is about 76 miles from Lincoln City. You’ll find branches of Budget and Thrifty, among others, in Portland.

Airports near Lincoln City

PDXPortland
EUGEugene

Airlines serving Lincoln City

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,909 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,871 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,305 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,178 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,569 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,557 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,916 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,383 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (400 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,197 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,268 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,928 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,212 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lincoln City

Average rates range from around $436 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $243 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Sandcastle Beachfront Hotel and Ester Lee Oceanview Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lincoln City

Most booked hotels in Lincoln City

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Sailor Jack Oceanfront Motel
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$163+
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The Coho Oceanfront Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$233+
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Lincoln Sands Oceanfront Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$236+
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Surftides Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$178+
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The Ashley Inn & Suites
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$132+
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Seahorse Oceanfront Lodge
2 stars
Good (6.3, Good reviews)
$133+
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Hiring a car in Lincoln City

Expect to pay $1.96 per litre in Lincoln City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.41 and $31.21.

Expect to pay $1.96 per litre in Lincoln City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.41 and $31.21.