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.

Where to Eat in Lincoln City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tastebuds Bistro (6042 SE Hwy 101) and Pier 101 (415 SW Highway 101) are great picks.

When to visit Lincoln City

Lincoln City in January
Estimated hotel price
$143
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lincoln City in January
Estimated hotel price
$143
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 Wellington and takes around 23h 32m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lincoln City. The train journey from Lincoln City to Seattle takes 2h 59m and costs around $48 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Eugene, expect to pay about $41 for a 3h 11m trip.

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 Thrifty and Hertz, among others, in Portland.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lincoln City, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Eugene, the bus ride to Lincoln City takes 170 miles and will cost you around $30. From San Jose, the ticket costs about $173 for a journey of 1065 miles.

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 Wellington and takes around 23h 32m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lincoln City. The train journey from Lincoln City to Seattle takes 2h 59m and costs around $48 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Eugene, expect to pay about $41 for a 3h 11m trip.

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 Thrifty and Hertz, among others, in Portland.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lincoln City, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Eugene, the bus ride to Lincoln City takes 170 miles and will cost you around $30. From San Jose, the ticket costs about $173 for a journey of 1065 miles.

Airports near Lincoln City

Airlines serving Lincoln City

Lufthansa
Good (7,176 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,357 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,821 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,671 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,843 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,957 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,682 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,554 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,552 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,942 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,360 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,901 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (397 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,308 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,338 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,237 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,391 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,917 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (892 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lincoln City

Average rates range from around $395 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $174 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sandcastle Beachfront Motel and Ester Lee Motel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lincoln City

Most booked hotels in Lincoln City

The Coho Oceanfront Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$204+
Surfland Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$204+
Starfish Manor Oceanfront Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$272+
Surftides Lincoln City
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$212+
Siletz Bay Beachfront Hotel By OYO Lincoln City
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$131+

Hiring a car in Lincoln City

Expect to pay $1.55 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 $18.55 and $24.73.

Expect to pay $1.55 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 $18.55 and $24.73.