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Ocean Shores travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ocean Shores

With a population of 5.569, Ocean Shores is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ocean Shores to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Ocean Shores

Ocean Shores in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ocean Shores in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ocean Shores

Plane

Although Ocean Shores doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 149 km from Ocean Shores. Seattle King County/Boeing is the most popular, with regular flights from Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ocean Shores departs from Denver and takes around 2h 59m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Ocean Shores. The train journey from Ocean Shores to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Ocean Shores is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 154 km from Ocean Shores. You’ll find branches of Fox and Turo, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ocean Shores, including Amtrak, Bus and FlixBus. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Ocean Shores takes 266 km and will cost you around $21. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 314 km.

Plane

Although Ocean Shores doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 149 km from Ocean Shores. Seattle King County/Boeing is the most popular, with regular flights from Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Air Tahiti Nui and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Ocean Shores departs from Denver and takes around 2h 59m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Ocean Shores. The train journey from Ocean Shores to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 25m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Ocean Shores is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 154 km from Ocean Shores. You’ll find branches of Fox and Turo, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ocean Shores, including Amtrak, Bus and FlixBus. From Bellingham, the bus ride to Ocean Shores takes 266 km and will cost you around $21. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $110 for a journey of 314 km.

Airports near Ocean Shores

BFISeattle King County/Boeing
LKESeattle Lake Union Spb
SEASeattle/Tacoma Intl

Airlines serving Ocean Shores

KLM
Good (1,431 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,618 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,011 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,571 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,085 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,807 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,089 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,043 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,432 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,514 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,329 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,602 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,090 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,420 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,411 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (903 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ocean Shores

Average rates range from around $172 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $231 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn and Suites Ocean Shores and Shilo Inn Suites Ocean Shores.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ocean Shores

Most booked hotels in Ocean Shores

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Westport Marina Cottages
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 806 reviews)
$156+
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Westport Inn Cabins
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 359 reviews)
$140+
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Saltwater Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9, 264 reviews)
$85+
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Canterbury Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1379 reviews)
$69+
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Wanderlust Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 720 reviews)
$80+
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South Bay Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9, 33 reviews)
$108+
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Renting a car in Ocean Shores

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Ocean Shores (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.

Expect to pay $3.33 per gallon in Ocean Shores (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.97 and $53.30.