Transportation & Parking Services

Trimet Max parked in front of the Karl Miller Center

Employee Transit

Employee Transit Pass Program

The PSU Employee Transit Pass can be used on TriMet & C-TRAN systems throughout the region. 

  • $50/month - Pre-Tax Payroll Deduction
  • payroll deductions will continue until the employee opts out of the Employee Transit Pass program.

Employee C-TRAN Transit Pass

The Employee C-TRAN  Pass is valid on all C-TRAN buses, including Express buses and all buses and trains in the TriMet system. 

  • $63 - Pre-Tax Payroll Deduction.
  •  Payroll deductions will continue until an employee opts out of the C-TRAN Employee Transit Pass program.

Eligibility to Enroll:

PSU Foundation Employees

Please complete the Foundation Purchase Form to purchase your Employee Transit Pass.

Portland Streetcar

All University Employees can ride the Portland Streetcar for free any time of day, any time of year. All you need is your PSU ID card! Visit the Portland Streetcar website for Maps and Schedules. 

Returning your Employee Transit Pass

  • Returns can be made in-person at the Transportation Office. 
  • Returns should be made by the last business day before the 10th of the month to allow for processing time and to avoid a payroll deduction.

Separating from the University? 

  • Separating employees with an Employee Transit Pass must notify Transportation & Parking Services of their separation date and when it will be deactivated. Failure to do so will result in the remaining value of the pass being billed to the employee’s university account and will be subject to fees and collection efforts

Guaranteed Ride Home Program

PSU Employees enrolled in the Employee Transit Pass program can receive a guaranteed ride home via Lyft in case of emergencies during normal business hours.

Program Details:

 This program is designed for Full-Time Faculty and Staff members only. 

  • Up to two free emergency rides per fiscal year, up to $40* in value
    • *Does not include tips. Users are responsible for tipping their driver
  • Only available Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Pick-up location must be on the Portland State campus

This program is designed to assist faculty and staff members who are experiencing an emergency or are otherwise stranded on PSU campus and need a ride within the specified time restrictions.

To receive your Lyft Ride Code, please complete the form below, then call our office at 503-725-3442 to receive your Ride Code promptly. 

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Additional Program Details

  • If you request a ride that does not meet the criteria, the discount will not show on your  confirmation screen, and you will need to pay out of pocket.
  • This discount does not apply to trips that include multiple stops.
  • Prices may be impacted by distance, traffic, time of day, special events, and prime-time surcharges.