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Portland MAX Light Rail and Passes

Getting Around Portland with MAX Light Rail

We're excited to offer conference attendees a complimentary MAX Light Rail passes for easy transportation throughout your stay.

Your Free Transit Pass

Stop by the MAX Light Rail desk to pick up your personal MAX pass, which covers:

  • Round-trip transportation to the opening reception at Providence Park
  • Unlimited rides during the entire conference
  • Access to all MAX lines throughout the Portland metro area

Why Take MAX?

Portland's MAX Light Rail is the city's pride and joy—a clean, efficient way to explore "Stumptown" like a local. With trains running every 15 minutes during peak hours, you'll zip past traffic while reducing your carbon footprint in one of America's greenest cities.

Getting to Providence Park

The opening reception at Providence Park couldn't be easier to reach! Simply hop on the Blue or Red Line and exit at the Providence Park Station—you'll be steps away from the venue. No parking hassles, no ride-share surge pricing, just a smooth ride to kick off the conference in style. The ride will take about 15 minutes from the Convention Center to the Providence Park Station. 

Quick Tips

  • Airport to Downtown: Take the Red Line directly from PDX—it's a breeze!
  • Late Night: Most lines run until midnight (1 AM on weekends)
  • Pro Tip: Download the TriMet app for real-time arrivals

Don't forget to grab your pass —it's your ticket to stress-free travel throughout the conference!

If you have any questions please reach out to msprague@same.org