Portland Streetcar

You can easily travel between the cultural attractions of downtown, the galleries and restaurants of the Pearl District, the boutiques of Northwest Portland, and over to Portland’s East Side — all on the sleek and modern Portland Streetcar. The streetcar line also serves Portland State University, RiverPlace and the Portland Aerial Tram.

Hours & Frequency

The streetcar operates from 5:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Monday-Friday, 7:15 a.m.-11:45 p.m. Saturday, and 7:15 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sunday. The streetcar runs approximately every 15 minutes. Arrival times are posted on real-time electronic signs at most streetcar stops. More info >>

Fares & How To Pay

  • An all-day adult streetcar pass costs $5 and can be purchased onboard any streetcar.
  • Fare boxes on the streetcars accept coins and $1 and $5 dollar bills.
  • Streetcar fares are the same as those charged for TriMet buses and MAX light rail, and all valid TriMet fares are accepted on the streetcar.
  • Yellow validator boxes on the cars can be used to validate pre-purchased TriMet tickets.
  • Your streetcar ticket may be used for transfer to TriMet bus and MAX lines.
  • Tickets purchased on the streetcar are valid for two hours on TriMet buses and MAX.
  • There is no charge for streetcar rides within the Free Rail Zone.

Visit the Portland Streetcar site for more information on how to ride and fares.