What is the cheapest way to get from Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo is to tram which costs $3 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs $14 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Union Station, Portland and Oregon Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from NW Glisan & 3rd and arriving at MAX Station/Oregon Zoo station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

Is there a direct train between Union Station, Portland and Oregon Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Providence Park station station and arriving at Washington Park station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo?

The distance between Union Station, Portland and Oregon Zoo is 5 miles.

How do I travel from Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo without a car is to line 288 bus which takes 29 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo?

The line 288 bus from NW Glisan & 3rd to MAX Station/Oregon Zoo takes 16 min including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo bus from?

Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo bus services, operated by Portland TriMet, depart from NW Glisan & 3rd station.

Where do I catch the Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo train from?

Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo train services, operated by Portland TriMet, depart from Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan station.

Where does the Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo bus arrive?

Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo bus services, operated by Portland TriMet, arrive at MAX Station/Oregon Zoo.

Where does the Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo train arrive?

Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo train services, operated by Portland TriMet, arrive at Pioneer Place/SW 5th Ave station.

Where can I stay near Oregon Zoo?

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Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo - 6 ways to travel via line 288 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo by bus, tram, taxi, or foot

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Line 288 bus
best
1. Take the bus from NW Glisan & 3rd to MAX Station/Oregon Zoobus 288
29 min
Tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Providence Park station to Washington Park stationtram MAX Blue Line / ...
34 min
$3
Tram via Pioneer Place/SW 5th Ave station
1. Take the tram from Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan station to Pioneer Place/SW 5th Ave stationtram MAX Orange Line / ...
2. Take the tram from Pioneer Square North station to Washington Park stationtram MAX Blue Line / ...
31 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zootaxi 2.9 mi
5 min
$14–18
Tram #2
1. Take the tram from Old Town/Chinatown station to Washington Park stationtram MAX Red Line / ...
35 min
$3
Walk
1. Take the walk from Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoowalk 3.5 mi
1h 8m

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Distance: 4.5 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Union Station, Portland, OR, USA and Oregon Zoo, OR, USA?

Portland TriMet operates a bus from NW Glisan & 3rd to MAX Station/Oregon Zoo 5 times a week, and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Union Station, Portland to Oregon Zoo via Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan station, Pioneer Place/SW 5th Ave station, Pioneer Square North station, and Washington Park station in around 31 min.

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