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

Emergency Ride Home Program

Portland State University has partnered with Lyft to provide employees with a new reliable mobility resource: Ride Smart by Lyft offers employees two Emergency Lyft rides each academic year.

Program Details:

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

  • Two free emergency rides up to $40 each, valid until June 30
    • Customers are responsible for tipping their driver
  • Only available Monday-Friday
  • Available 9 am-5 pm
  • The ride pick-up location must be on the Portland State campus
  • Valid on Standard Lyft rides only

*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 and call us at 503-725-3442.

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Additional Program Details

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

Tips for Riding Smart with Lyft

  • Verify your ride by making sure the license plate number, driver information, and car make and model match what you see in the app.
  • Share your location and route with a friend or loved one from within the Lyft app so they can follow your ride in real time.
  • Follow the Lyft vehicle on GPS via the app. 
  • Ask the driver to say who they are picking up.
  • Learn more about how to Ride Smart with Lyft.