Lincoln City travel guide

Lincoln City Tourism | Lincoln City Guide

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 among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lincoln City to see all of its attractions.

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
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lincoln City in January
Estimated hotel price
$99
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. Portland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lincoln City departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lincoln City. The train journey from Lincoln City to Eugene takes 2h 35m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $29 for a 2h 59m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lincoln City is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 76 miles from Lincoln City. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Dollar, 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 195 miles and will cost you around $28. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 255 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. Portland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lincoln City departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lincoln City. The train journey from Lincoln City to Eugene takes 2h 35m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $29 for a 2h 59m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lincoln City is to pick up a car rental from Portland, which is about 76 miles from Lincoln City. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Dollar, 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 195 miles and will cost you around $28. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 255 miles.

Airports near Lincoln City

Airlines serving Lincoln City

Lufthansa
Good (4,670 reviews)
KLM
Good (844 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,640 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,251 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,576 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,599 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,106 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,425 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,989 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,004 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (934 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,165 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (839 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,753 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (532 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (732 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lincoln City

Average rates range from around $229 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $153 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lincoln City

Most booked hotels in Lincoln City

The Coho Oceanfront Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1118 reviews)
$211+
Starfish Manor Oceanfront Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1714 reviews)
$205+
Surfland Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1547 reviews)
$193+
Salishan Coastal Lodge
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 686 reviews)
$273+
Surftides Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, 2718 reviews)
$161+
Siletz Bay Beachfront Hotel By OYO Lincoln City
2 stars
Good (7.6, 1928 reviews)
$105+

Renting a car in Lincoln City

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Lincoln City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Lincoln City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.