International Students

Transportation

Approximate travel time to Sylvania campus:

Cascade to SY Rock Creek to SY Southeast to SY Downtown (PSU) to SY
Via Shuttle: 25-30 min // Cost: Free

Via Public Transit: 55-80 min // Cost: $2.80 each way (Maximum charge $100 a month)

Driving: 15-45 min // Cost*: varies

Biking: 85 min

 Via Shuttle: 45-55 min // Cost: Free

Via Public Transit: 95-115 min // Cost: $2.80 each way (Maximum charge $100 a month)

Driving: 25-60 min // Cost*: varies

Biking: 95 min

 Via Shuttle: 30-55 min // Cost: Free

Via Public Transit: 70-80 min // Cost: $2.80 each way (Maximum charge $100 a month)

Driving: 20-30 min // Cost*: varies

Biking: 90 min

 Via Shuttle: 15-25 min // Cost: Free

Via Public Transit: 30-35 min // Cost: $2.80 each way (Maximum charge $100 a month)

Driving: 15-20 min // Cost*: varies

Biking: 60 min
Travel Factors
  1. Students’ first term at PCC is often the hardest term to choose convenient classes, and to know at which campus most of their classes will be. After the first term, if there are no holds on your account, you can sign up for classes sooner, and will likely be able to take more classes at one campus. 
  2. Depending on your major field of study, some classes will be available only at certain campuses. When you read about each campus through the PCC website, you can see the unique programs held at each one. 
  3. Traffic can change travel times and is important to consider when planning transportation. If you are required to attend a class at a certain time, pay attention to morning and evening traffic patterns with highest traffic expected between 7-9 am and 4-6 pm.
  4. Public transit, including buses and the Max, is available to everyone in the city and can be used not only for getting around but also as a space to spend time for various reasons. While using public transit, it’s important to stay aware of your surroundings. If you ever feel unsafe or need help – on public transportation or anywhere else – you can call 911, the U.S. emergency number. Your phone will connect to 911 even if you don’t have service or data.
Resources

Google Maps and other platforms:

  • Give real time public transit updates, can customize routes, and give timing estimates for dates and times in the future
  • Provide information about services and shops in an area. When selecting an apartment, it is helpful to look for where the nearest grocery store is and other other important places for you and plan whether you will be able to walk or need to take transportation.

Shuttle Schedule

Shuttle Details: Shuttles do not operate on weekends, holidays, or during the Summer term.

TriMet: Portland Public Transportation includes busses, MAX Light Rail, Streetcar, and the WES Commuter Rail – one TriMet pass can be used for all forms of public transportation

*Driving costs include: Cost of vehicle, monthly insurance, gas (petrol), and vehicle maintenance. These costs are highly variable and require research. For 2023, the Bureau of Transportation Statistics estimated an average of more than $12,000 a year to own and drive a car 15,000 miles / 24,000 kilometers. It is also important to work with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to get an Oregon Driver’s license.