How to get from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland by bus and light rail?

From SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland by bus and light rail

To get from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland in Portland, take the 52 bus from SW 185th & Alexander station to Willow Creek Transit Center station. Next, take the RED light rail from Willow Creek/SW 185th Ave TC Max Station station to Pioneer Square South station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is $0.00. The bus and light rail schedule from SW 185th & Alexander may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and light rail schedule to Downtown Portland on the Moovit app.

49min$0.00
Bus - 5252
Light Rail - RED
Walk to Downtown Portland
Leaves from SW 185th & Alexander

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    SW 185th & Alexander
  • 2
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    PCC Rock Creek Layover
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Willow Creek Transit Center
    ID 9610
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Willow Creek/SW 185th Ave TC Max Station
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - RED
    Wait for light rail
    RED
    Portland Int'L Airport Max Station
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Pioneer Square South
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Downtown Portland
    Walk to
    Downtown Portland
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland by bus and light rail via 52 and BLUE

To get from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland in Portland, take the 52 bus from SW 185th & Alexander station to Willow Creek Transit Center station. Next, take the BLUE light rail from Willow Creek/SW 185th Ave TC Max Station station to Pioneer Square South station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is $0.00. The bus and light rail schedule from SW 185th & Alexander may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and light rail schedule to Downtown Portland on the Moovit app.

55min$0.00
Bus - 5252
Light Rail - BLUE
Walk to Downtown Portland
Leaves from SW 185th & Alexander

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    SW 185th & Alexander
  • 2
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    PCC Rock Creek Layover
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Willow Creek Transit Center
    ID 9610
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Willow Creek/SW 185th Ave TC Max Station
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - BLUE
    Wait for light rail
    BLUE
    Cleveland Ave Max Station
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Pioneer Square South
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Downtown Portland
    Walk to
    Downtown Portland
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland

The distance between SW 185th & Alexander and Downtown Portland is approximately 13.34 mi, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland by bus and light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Portland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Light Rail schedule from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland

To check the bus and light rail schedule from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (SW 185th & Alexander) and destination (Downtown Portland), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and light rail routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and light rail, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and light rail schedules.

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Alternative route from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland by bus and light rail via 52 and BLUE

To get from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland in Portland, take the 52 bus from SW 185th & Alexander station to Willow Creek Transit Center station. Next, take the BLUE light rail from Willow Creek/SW 185th Ave TC Max Station station to Pioneer Square South station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is $0.00. The bus and light rail schedule from SW 185th & Alexander may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and light rail schedule to Downtown Portland on the Moovit app.

55min$0.00
Bus - 5252
Light Rail - BLUE
Walk to Downtown Portland
Leaves from SW 185th & Alexander

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    SW 185th & Alexander
  • 2
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    PCC Rock Creek Layover
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Willow Creek Transit Center
    ID 9610
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Willow Creek/SW 185th Ave TC Max Station
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - BLUE
    Wait for light rail
    BLUE
    Cleveland Ave Max Station
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Pioneer Square South
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Downtown Portland
    Walk to
    Downtown Portland
    180 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland?

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Bus line 52, Light Rail line RED.

  • What is the alternative route to get from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland?

    The alternative route takes 55 minutes, using Bus line 52, Light Rail line BLUE.

  • Is there a direct bus between SW 185th & Alexander and Downtown Portland?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland?

    The 52 bus line goes from PCC Rock Creek Layover station near SW 185th & Alexander in Aloha to Willow Creek Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Willow Creek Transit Center station near Downtown Portland.

  • How long does it take to travel from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland by bus and light rail?

    The total travel time between SW 185th & Alexander and Downtown Portland by bus and light rail is about 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near SW 185th & Alexander to get to Downtown Portland?

    Get on the 52 bus from the PCC Rock Creek Layover stop near SW 185th & Alexander in Aloha.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between SW 185th & Alexander and Downtown Portland?

    Get off the bus at the Willow Creek Transit Center station, which is closest to Downtown Portland.

  • How much is the bus fare from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland?

    The ride from SW 185th & Alexander to Downtown Portland costs $0.00.

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