Hood River Oregon Public Transportation, Buses, Transit

Public Transportation

Oregon visitors often fly into Portland International Airport; from Portland, buses, train and shuttle tours are available to explore the Mt. Hood and Hood River regions.

Transportation Service - Hood River

Transportation Service - Mount Hood

  • Park n' Ride: Offers transportation from Government Camp to Mt. Hood Meadows. See info below.
  • Sea to Summit: Offers shuttle services to Mount Hood Meadows, Ski Bowl, and Timberline ski areas. 503-286-9333.
  • Fusion Shuttle: Offers shuttle service between Collins Lake Resort and Ski Bowl. 503-688-7433.

Getting from Portland

There are a few different shuttle services that offer transportation between Portland and Portland International Airport (PDX) to Hood River and Mount Hood. There are also a few private/group airport shuttles and ski specific shuttle services listed on this page.

To Hood River

  • Columbia Area Transit: Offers a fixed route service from The Dalles and Hood River to Portland every Thursday. See the Online Schedule. $8 each way.
  • Greyhound: Offers multiple daily trips between Portland, Vancouver, Hood River, Columbia River Gorge, and The Dalles. Make Reservations Online.

To Mount Hood Ski Areas

  • Sea to Summit: Offering combo packages for shuttle and lift tickets to all Mount Hood area ski resorts. 503-286-9333.
  • Park n' Ride: Shuttle service between Tualatin, Beaverton, Gateway, Government Camp and Mount Hood Meadows. Lift tickets included. Make Reservations Online.
  • Grease Bus: An eco-friendly way to get from Portland to Mount Hood Meadows. More info.

Bus Tours

Travelers to Mt. Hood or Hood River, Oregon may wish to choose from among the many bus or van tours serving these popular destinations. Bus tours are not only convenient, but help ensure that visitors don’t miss any of the important sights and landmarks Mt. Hood and the Hood River Valley have to offer. Responsible drivers and tour guides provide for the safety and entertainment of their customers.

Commercial bus and shuttle tours include skiing/snowboarding excursions, wine-tasting trips or pub crawls, Columbia River Gorge tours, hiking tours, and custom charter trips. Prices vary widely based on destination and length. Check the listings on this page to find a tour that meets your needs.

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