Fall Transit Passes are available for purchase NOW!

TriMet Student Transit Pass

The Student Transit Pass is a partially subsidized transit pass that can be used on both the TriMet and C-TRAN LOCAL systems throughout the region.

Cost:

  • Student Passes can be purchased for $150 each term.
  • Passes must be purchased in full from PSU.
  • Fall term passes will be valid from 9/20-12/31.

Eligibility:

  • Must be a current PSU student
  • Must have a valid photo ID
  • Must agree to the terms and conditions of the Student Transit Pass program. Transit Passes cannot be returned, exchanged, or refunded.
  • If your Hop card is lost, there is a $3 replacement charge

Obtaining Your Pass

Summer Transit Passes are available for purchase in-person at the Transportation office

Best Deal: TriMet Reduced Fare Program

If you receive a Pell Grant, you automatically qualify for the TriMet Reduced Fare Program, which offers 50% off single-use tickets and day passes, and a 72% discount on monthly passes. Get a free month pass when you sign up!

Eligibility is also open to individuals with an annual income of $31,300 or less, and families of four earning at or below $64,300. You also automatically qualify if you are enrolled in programs like Oregon Health Plan/Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, HUD, WIC, LIHEAP, Free & Reduced Lunch, or Employment Related Daycare.

Cost to Ride on Reduced Fare:

TimeCost
2.5 Hours$1.40
Daily Maximum$2.80
Monthly Maximum$28.00
Yearly Maximum$308.00

Get your first month FREE when you sign up today!

You can enroll in the Reduced Fare Program online via TriMet's Webpage or by visiting our office in person. Please be prepared with a State-Issued ID card and your program qualifying documentation (i.e, a copy of your Pell Grant aware, OHP Card, etc.)

Portland Streetcar is Free to Students!

The Portland Streetcar is free to all PSU students! All you need is your PSU ID card, this will act as your fare.