Other Local Transit Services
The following transit systems and shuttle services also serve portions of the metro area, and most connect with TriMet bus, MAX and WES service.
Astoria
NorthWest POINT
The POINT NorthWest’s route is a great option for transportation between the NW Oregon Coast and Portland. All POINT services provide free Wi-Fi for passengers and are ADA accessible
Beaverton
RideAbout Shuttle
RideAbout Shuttles, a service of Ride Connection, are free neighborhood shuttles for seniors and people with disabilities who need a little extra help getting around. Currently there five RideAbout Shuttles, each providing different levels of service in North/Northeast, Mid-Multnomah County, Downtown Portland, Beaverton and King City.
Canby
Canby Area Transit (CAT)
Canby Area Transit (CAT) provides public transit service in the Canby area, with regular trips to Oregon City, Aurora, Hubbard and Woodburn.
Columbia County
Columbia County Rider
The Columbia County Rider (“CC Rider”) serves Columbia County residents and visitors with timely bus service between the communities of Rainier, St. Helens, Scappoose, Vernonia, and many others, including trips to Banks, Beaverton, Portland and Kelso/Longview in Washington.
Columbia River Gorge
Columbia Area Transit (CAT)
Columbia Area Transit provides fixed-route and Dial-A-Ride services within Hood River County and the Columbia Gorge Express intercity service between Portland, Multnomah Falls, Cascade Locks, Hood River, and The Dalles. Connections with TriMet service can be made at Gateway Transit Center.
Eugene
Cascades POINT
The POINT Cascade’s route is a great option for transportation between Eugene and Portland. All POINT services provide free Wi-Fi for passengers and are ADA accessible
Forest Grove
GroveLink
GroveLink, a service of Ride Connection, is public transportation for the Forest Grove community. Extending beyond TriMet’s line 57, the GroveLink bus serves a greater part of the city, helping to link residents with downtown locales as well as with TriMet bus line 57.
Hillsboro
North Hillsboro Link
North Hillsboro Link, a service of Ride Connection, is a transit service for residents and commuters in North Hillsboro. Serving Orenco Station, businesses and destinations in North Hillsboro. No fare required. Open to general public.
WestLink
WestLink, a service of Ride Connection, is a free public transit service for people traveling to and from Forest Grove, North Plains and Banks to and from the Hillsboro Transit Center. The bus runs Monday through Friday and is free.
King City
King City RideAbout
The King City RideAbout, a service of Ride Connection, serves mainly housing and grocery destinations within the King City area.
Mollala
South Clackamas Transportation District (SCTD)
South Clackamas Transportation District (SCTD) provides service between Clackamas Community College, Molalla and Canby. Connections with TriMet lines can be made at the college.
Oregon City
Clackamas County Connects Shuttles
These three shuttles serve parts of Oregon City, the Clackamas Industrial Area, Clackamas Town Center and the Clackamas Community College Campus in Oregon City.
Portland
ACCESS Shuttle
The ACCESS shuttle provides a needed last-mile connection to the area south of PDX airport. The shuttle runs weekdays in the early morning and afternoon peaks.
Explore Washington Park Free Shuttle
The Explore Washington Park free shuttle runs on a loop inside Washington Park, stopping at all of the major attractions in the park. If coming to the park via TriMet MAX Light Rail Red or Blue lines, catch the shuttle on the plaza level of the Washington Park station.
Portland Aerial Tram
The Portland Aerial Tram is a convenient way to travel between Marquam Hill and the South Waterfront District. The Tram departs every five minutes and is free for OHSU faculty, staff, students and patients. TriMet/Streetcar fares, including Hop tickets and passes, are not accepted on the Tram.
RideAbout Shuttle
RideAbout Shuttles, a service of Ride Connection, are free neighborhood shuttles for seniors and people with disabilities who need a little extra help getting around. Currently there five RideAbout Shuttles, each providing different levels of service in North/Northeast, Mid-Multnomah County, Downtown Portland, Beaverton and King City.
Salem
Cherriots (Salem–Keizer)
Cherriots provides transit service to Salem, Keizer and the Marion and Polk County region.
Sandy
Sandy Area Metro (Fareless SAM)
Sandy Area Metro, otherwise known as “Fareless SAM,” serves Sandy and Estacada, and connects to TriMet in Gresham.
Tillamook County
Tillamook County Transportation District (TCTD)
The Portland-area’s connection to the Oregon Coast, the Tillamook County Transportation District (TCTD) provides two round trips daily, stopping at Sunset Transit Center and Union Station.
Tualatin
Tualatin Shuttle
The Tualatin Shuttle provides transportation for commuters to and from the Tualatin WES Commuter Rail Station.
Vancouver, Washington
C-TRAN
C-TRAN is the public transit provider for Clark County, Washington. TriMet and C-TRAN form a regional transit network in the Portland-Vancouver metropolitan area. Some TriMet fares are valid on certain C-TRAN buses, and vice versa.
Wilsonville
South Metro Area Transit (SMART)
South Metro Area Regional Transit (SMART) serves the Wilsonville area. SMART buses connect with TriMet at Tualatin Park & Ride, Commerce Circle in Wilsonville and the Wilsonville WES Station. SMART also provides service between Wilsonville and Salem.
Woodburn
Woodburn Transit
Woodburn Transit provides bus service in the Woodburn area on weekdays.
Yamhill County
Yamhill County Transit Area
Yamhill County Transit Area serves communities in Yamhill County, with links to TriMet in Hillsboro, Tigard and Sherwood and to Cherriots in Salem.
