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How to get fromPortland to Columbia Riverby bus, taxi or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Portland to Columbia River by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Union Station, Portland to Tillamook Park and Ridebus bus 5
    2. Take the taxi from Tillamook Park and Ride to Columbia Rivertaxi taxi
    2h 31m
    $56–73

  2. Drive 89.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Portland to Columbia Rivercar car 89.9 mi
    2h
    $17–24

  3. Bus, taxi via Sunset Transit Station

    1. Take the bus from Sunset Transit Station to Tillamook Park and Ridebus bus 5
    2. Take the taxi from Tillamook Park and Ride to Columbia Rivertaxi taxi
    3h 26m
    $58–76

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and Columbia River, OR, USA?

There is no direct connection from Portland to Columbia River. However, you can take the bus to Tillamook Park and Ride then take the taxi to Columbia River. Alternatively, you can drive from Portland to Columbia River in around 2h.

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