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.
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 Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 21h 36m.
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 $26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $42 for a 2h 59m trip.
Another option to get to Lincoln City is to pick up a car hire from Portland, which is about 76 miles from Lincoln City. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Portland.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lincoln City, including FlixBus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Eugene, the bus ride to Lincoln City takes 175 miles and will cost you around $77. From San Francisco, the ticket costs about $265 for a journey of 1025 miles.
Average rates range from around $319 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $219 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sandcastle Beachfront Motel and Ester Lee Motel.
Expect to pay $1.61 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 $19.23 and $25.64.