Honored Citizen Downtown Portland Bus Pass

Unlimited free rides on buses downtown

The Honored Citizen Downtown Portland Bus Pass provides unlimited rides on buses within the boundaries of the Willamette River, I-405 and NW Irving Street. It is available only to Honored Citizen riders who live within this area.

• The pass also serves as proof of Honored Citizen status for trips outside of downtown that require a fare.
• It is valid for up to two years from the date of purchase. For riders with a temporary disability, the pass is valid for the duration of the disability.
• A $10 administrative fee is required. There is a $5 fee to replace lost or stolen cards.

Who is eligible?

The pass is available to Honored Citizen riders who live downtown within the boundaries on the map at right.

Honored Citizen Downtown Portland Bus Pass Boundaries

How to get your pass

1. Download the application form 95KB PDF or pick one up at the TriMet Ticket Office at Pioneer Courthouse Square (701 SW 6th Ave., Portland OR 97204). The office is located on the west side of the Square below the waterfall. Look for the blue "Visitor Information" signs. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
2. Come to the TriMet Ticket Office to have your photo taken and pay the $10 administrative fee. Note: You'll need to bring proof of Honored Citizen status (photo ID showing date of birth, Honored Citizen card or Medicare card) and proof of residence address (photo ID or utility statement).

Why did TriMet create this new pass?

As of January 3, 2010, Fareless Square changed to the "Free Rail Zone." The free zone's boundaries remain the same, and rides on MAX and Portland Streetcar are still free. Buses, however, are not.

We created the Honored Citizen Downtown Portland Bus Pass to help ensure that senior citizens and people with disabilities can continue to use transit to access essential services downtown, including medical care, social services and shopping.

For more information

To learn more about the downtown bus pass, contact us at accessible@trimet.org or 503-962-2455.