How to get from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo by light rail?

Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo - Light Rail Schedule

The ORANGE light rail from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo runs from 3:45 AM to 10:59 PM, with departures every 10-45 min. The trip takes about 37 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo by light rail

To get from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo in Portland, take the ORANGE light rail from Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan station to Pioneer Place/SW 5th Avenue station. Next, take the BLUE light rail from Pioneer Square North station to Washington Park station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min. The ride fare is $0.00. The light rail schedule from Portland Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Oregon Zoo on the Moovit app.

37min$0.00
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - ORANGE
Light Rail - BLUE
Walk to Oregon Zoo
Leaves from Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - ORANGE
    Wait for light rail
    ORANGE
    SE Park Ave Max Station
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Pioneer Place/SW 5th Avenue
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Pioneer Square North
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Light Rail - BLUE
    Wait for light rail
    BLUE
    Hatfield Government Center Max Station
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Washington Park
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to Oregon Zoo
    Walk to
    Oregon Zoo
    Southwest Zoo Road
    550 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo

The distance between Portland Union Station, Portland and Oregon Zoo, Portland is approximately 3.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 37 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Portland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail schedule from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo

To check the light rail schedule from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Portland Union Station) and destination (Oregon Zoo), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 light rail schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 37 minutes, using Light Rail line ORANGE, Light Rail line BLUE.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Portland Union Station and Oregon Zoo in Portland?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 light rail lines in total. The total travelling time is 37 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo in Portland?

    The ORANGE light rail line goes from Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan station near Portland Union Station to Pioneer Place/SW 5th Avenue station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Pioneer Place/SW 5th Avenue station near Oregon Zoo in Portland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo in Portland by light rail?

    The total travel time between Portland Union Station and Oregon Zoo in Portland by light rail is about 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Portland Union Station to get to Oregon Zoo in Portland?

    Get on the ORANGE light rail from the Union Station/NW 5th & Glisan station near Portland Union Station in Portland.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Portland Union Station and Oregon Zoo in Portland?

    Get off the light rail at the Pioneer Place/SW 5th Avenue station, which is closest to Oregon Zoo in Portland.

  • When is the last bus from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo in Portland?

    The last bus from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo in Portland is the Burnside/Stark line. It leaves the W Burnside & NW 5th stop at 4:09 PM.

  • When is the last Streetcar from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo in Portland?

    The last Streetcar from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo in Portland is the Portland Streetcar - NS Line line. It leaves the NW 10th & Northrup station at 3:52 PM.

  • How much is the light rail fare from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo?

    The ride from Portland Union Station to Oregon Zoo costs $0.00.

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