The Portland Waterfall Express provides motorcoach transportation from Downtown Portland to Multnomah Falls and the Waterfall Trolley. This economical option allows our guests without transportation to ride the Waterfall Trolley and save money compared to expensive van tours and ride-share options.
Pricing
Adults
(13+)
$37
Youth
(6-12)
$19
Kids
(5 and under)
free
Boarding Location
- Departs from our Pink Trolley Booth in downtown Portland. It is located at Director Park- 846 SW Park Ave.
- Location is across from the SW rear corner of the Nordstrom building near Washington Square.
- Location is a short walk from most downtown hotels.
- Easily accessible from light rail and transit bus.
Details
- Departs downtown Portland (846 SW Park Ave) at 8:30 am. Return departs Multnomah Falls at 4:10 pm.
- Narrated Tour aboard a deluxe motorcoach, all-day pass on the Waterfall Trolley, and U.S. Forest Service Multnomah Falls visit reservation included.
- The Waterfall Trolley provides Hop-On/Off travel along the 13-mile Columbia River Highway. With 10 hourly stops, it is the best way to explore the Waterfall Corridor.
Know before you go
- Arrives at Multnomah Falls and the Waterfall Trolley in time to catch the 9:33 am Trolley Departure.
- Start your day with a visit to Multnomah Falls upon arrival, or hop on the Trolley to start your day. Choose your own adventure!
- If you plan on hiking, wear comfortable shoes and dress according to the weather.
Recommended For:
- Hikers and Adventurers
- Nature and History Lovers
- A Delightful Day Excursion
- Making Family Memories!
Waterfall Trolley Route
The Waterfall Express begins in Portland. You can first board the trolley at Stop 7: Multnomah Falls and Lodge. You can begin going east or west along the trolley loop.
* = Restrooms Available. ^=Food Available
- Stop 1: Corbett (Free Parking)*
- Stop 2: Vista House and Crown Point*^
- Stop 3: Latourell Falls*
- Stop 4: Bridal Veil Falls*
- Stop 5: Angels Rest
- Stop 6: Wahkeena Falls*
- Stop 7: Multnomah Falls and Lodge*^
- Stop 8: Triple Falls
- Stop 9: Horsetail Falls
- Stop 10: Ainsworth State Park
- (Trolley turns: Reverses Stops Going West)
Waterfall Express FAQs
Where do I board the Waterfall Express?
The Waterfall Express motorcoach leaves our ticket booth at 846 SW Park Avenue. This is near the SW rear corner of the Nordstrom store on SW Broadway, one block from Washington Square. It is a short walk from most downtown hotels, and easily accessible by light rail or transit bus. Look for our Pink Trolley booth.
What time does the Waterfall Express leave Portland? When does it return?
The motorcoach leaves at 8:30 am. It leaves Multnomah Falls at 4:10 pm. This provides a total trip time of 8.5 hours, with 6.5+ hours of exploration time on the Watefall Corridor.
How long is the Waterfall Trolley loop?
The round-trip narrated Trolley Tour is 1 hour and 34 minutes. You can hop on/off at any stop you like, or enjoy a delightful day on the trolley.
Do I need a permit to visit the Columbia River Gorge and Multnomah Falls?
Yes, but not if you ride the Waterfall Express and Waterfall Trolley! A timed-use permit is required for all private vehicles using I-84 access.
Are there bathroom/food stops available on the tour?
Food is available in Corbett, at Vista House (Coffee Bar 10 am-3 pm Thursday-Sunday), and at Multnomah Falls Lodge. Bathrooms are available at stops 1, 2, 3, 4,6, and 7. For a full description, see our full FAQ’s.
Are the trolley’s wheelchair accessible? How about the stops?
Our trolleys are wheelchair lift-equipped and have the capacity for two wheelchairs. Please give us a 24-hour notice when requiring wheelchair space. The historic highway was designed well before ADA accessibility guidelines were considered, and thus, many are not designed for website access. You can find more details about each stop in our FAQ’s.
I want to ride the Waterfall Trolley and the Portland Rose City Trolley. Are combination tickets available?
Vistas, Falls & Gardens – Deluxe Combination Tour with Multnomah Falls and Pink Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley – This tour includes an all-day pass on the Portland Hop-On Hop-Off Pink Trolley Tour and a Multnomah Falls & Columbia River Gorge Tour. For more information, see those tour pages.
Where can I find more answers?
Here is our full Waterfall Trolley FAQ page.
Reviews
★★★★★
Kaitlin
August 2024– Get Your Guide
“This was such a great experience. I’ve been to some of the falls on this tour but not having to drive made it so much more enjoyable. Plus, loved hearing the history behind the area during transit. The drivers were also super informative and very friendly.”
★★★★★
Trip Advisor
“What a great transportation system this is to see the falls (including Multnomah)! We ordered our tickets online, saving us a couple dollars, but regardless, this is a super alternative way to see the falls without the traffic jams and parking lot hassles! And our driver offered all kinds of historical information throughout the route. It was so easy. Hop off, take pictures. Visit gift shop (Multnomah Falls). Hop back on. Visit the falls you’d like. Stay on board if you choose to bypass a few. The trolleys are open-air and a truly delightful ride. To us, this is simply the smartest and most economical way to visit the historic Columbia Gorge waterfalls area.”
★★★★★
Rebekah Gay
July 2025– Google
“Wonderful experience and easy to do. Great, friendly drivers who are knowledgeable about the area. Easy to find and breathtaking views from the trolley.“
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