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
PDX Pedicab. ( 503-828-9888; www.pdxpedicab.com ) . It utilizes bicycle pedicabs with
'drivers' that pedal you around downtown.
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