How to get from Portland International Airport (Pdx) to Portland State University by bus and light rail?

From Portland International Airport (Pdx) to Portland State University by bus and light rail

To get from Portland International Airport (Pdx) to Portland State University in Portland, take the RED light rail from Portland International Airport station to Convention Center station. Next, take the 17 bus from NE Multnomah & 3rd WB station to 300 Block SW Lincoln station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is $0.00. The bus and light rail schedule from Portland International Airport (Pdx) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and light rail schedule to Portland State University on the Moovit app.

53min$0.00
Light Rail - RED
Bus - 1717
Walk to Portland State University
Leaves from Portland International Airport

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from light rail station
    Start from light rail station
    Portland International Airport (Pdx)
  • 2
    Light Rail - RED
    Wait for light rail
    RED
    Hillsboro Airport/Fairgrounds Max Stn
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Convention Center
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    NE Multnomah & 3rd WB
    ID 11492
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    SE Holgate & 122nd
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    300 Block SW Lincoln
    ID 3397
    16 min
  • 7
    Walk to Portland State University
    Walk to
    Portland State University
    Southwest Lincoln Street
    200 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Portland International Airport (Pdx) to Portland State University

The distance between Portland International Airport (Pdx) and Portland State University is approximately 12.96 mi, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Portland International Airport (Pdx) to Portland State University 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 Portland International Airport (Pdx) to Portland State University

To check the bus and light rail schedule from Portland International Airport (Pdx) to Portland State University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Portland International Airport (Pdx)) and destination (Portland State University), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Portland International Airport (Pdx) to Portland State University?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Light Rail line RED, Bus line 17.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Portland International Airport (Pdx) and Portland State University in Portland?

    No, you’ll have to take one light rail line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Portland International Airport (Pdx) to Portland State University in Portland?

    The RED light rail line goes from Convention Center station near Portland International Airport (Pdx) in Portland to NE Multnomah & 3rd WB station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till NE Multnomah & 3rd WB station near Portland State University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Portland International Airport (Pdx) to Portland State University in Portland by light rail and bus?

    The total travel time between Portland International Airport (Pdx) and Portland State University by light rail and bus is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Portland International Airport (Pdx) to get to Portland State University in Portland?

    Get on the RED light rail from the Convention Center station near Portland International Airport (Pdx) in Portland.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Portland International Airport (Pdx) and Portland State University in Portland?

    Get off the light rail at the NE Multnomah & 3rd WB stop, which is closest to Portland State University.

  • How much is the light rail fare from Portland International Airport (Pdx) to Portland State University?

    The ride from Portland International Airport (Pdx) to Portland State University costs $0.00.

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