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.
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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, Alaska Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lincoln City departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 17m.
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lincoln City. The train journey from Lincoln City to Salem takes 1h 24m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Eugene, expect to pay about $18 for a 2h 35m trip.
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.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lincoln City, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Eugene, the bus ride to Lincoln City takes 175 miles and will cost you around $28. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $53 for a journey of 215 miles.
Average rates range from around $225 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $130 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include West Beach Suites and Motel 6 Lincoln City.
Renting a car in Lincoln City costs $43 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 42% cheaper than airport locations 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.