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. Lincoln City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Lincoln City

Lincoln City in January
Estimated hotel price
$173
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lincoln City in January
Estimated hotel price
$173
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 18h 10m.

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 $51 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bellingham, expect to pay about $88 for a 5h 55m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lincoln City, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Eugene, the bus ride to Lincoln City takes 170 miles and will cost you around $32. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $81 for a journey of 215 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 Auckland and takes around 18h 10m.

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 $51 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bellingham, expect to pay about $88 for a 5h 55m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lincoln City, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Eugene, the bus ride to Lincoln City takes 170 miles and will cost you around $32. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $81 for a journey of 215 miles.

Airports near Lincoln City

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EUGEugene

Airlines serving Lincoln City

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,779 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,564 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,246 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,047 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (279 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lincoln City

Average rates range from around $440 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $184 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)
$166+
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The Coho Oceanfront Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$198+
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Starfish Manor Oceanfront Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$196+
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Siletz Bay Beachfront Hotel By OYO Lincoln City
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$119+
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Surftides Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$188+
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The Ashley Inn & Suites
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$106+
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Hiring a car in Lincoln City

Expect to pay $1.60 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 $19.11 and $25.48.

Expect to pay $1.60 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 $19.11 and $25.48.