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 December
Estimated hotel price
$176
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lincoln City in December
Estimated hotel price
$176
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 113 km from Lincoln City. The shortest flight to Lincoln City from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 22h 59m.

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 $50 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Eugene, expect to pay about $60 for a 3h 11m trip.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Lincoln City using FlixBus or Greyhound. From Seattle, the bus ride to Lincoln City takes 314 km and will cost you around $111. From Sacramento, the ticket costs about $137 for a journey of 1159 km.

Plane

Although Lincoln City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Eugene (EUG), which is located 113 km from Lincoln City. The shortest flight to Lincoln City from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 22h 59m.

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 $50 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Eugene, expect to pay about $60 for a 3h 11m trip.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Lincoln City using FlixBus or Greyhound. From Seattle, the bus ride to Lincoln City takes 314 km and will cost you around $111. From Sacramento, the ticket costs about $137 for a journey of 1159 km.

Airports near Lincoln City

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EUGEugene

Airlines serving Lincoln City

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,573 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,088 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,810 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,434 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,514 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,605 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,093 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,429 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,086 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (375 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lincoln City

Average rates range from around $448 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $176 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)
$147+
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Surfland Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$175+
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The Coho Oceanfront Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$175+
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Lincoln Sands Oceanfront Resort, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$187+
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Surftides Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$166+
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The Ashley Inn & Suites
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$100+
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Hiring a car in Lincoln City

Expect to pay $1.53 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 $18.25 and $24.34.

Expect to pay $1.53 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 $18.25 and $24.34.