Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
503-238-7433;
www.trimet.org
;
701 SW 6th Ave;
8:30am-5:30pm Mon-Fri)
at Pioneer
Courthouse Sq.
Tickets for the transportation systems are completely transferable within two hours of
the time of purchase. Buy tickets for local buses from fare machines as you enter; for
streetcars, you can buy tickets either at streetcar stations or on the streetcar itself. Tickets
for the MAX must be bought from ticket machines at MAX stations (
before
you board);
there is no conductor or ticket-seller on board (but there
are
enforcers).
If you're a night owl, be aware that there are fewer services at night, and only a few
run past 1am; check the website for details on a specific line.
CAR
Most major car-rental agencies have outlets both downtown and at Portland's airport
(PDX). Many of these agencies have added hybrid vehicles to their fleets.
Zipcar
(
www.zipcar.com
)
is a popular car-sharing option, but there are many.
CHARTER SERVICE
For custom bus or van charters and tours, try
EcoShuttle
(
503-548-4480;
www.ecoshuttle.net
)
. Its vehicles run on 100% biodiesel.
PEDICAB
For an ecofriendly option, contact one of the several pedicab operators in town, including
'drivers' that pedal you around downtown.
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