May 12, 2008

TriMet scores record ridership in April

Nearly 69,000 more transit trips each week!

TriMet MAX and bus ridership breaks new records in April 2008:

• More than two million trips were taken on MAX and buses each week, the first time TriMet has topped two million trips for weekly ridership.  
• Nearly 69,000 more trips were taken weekly during April 2008, as compared to April 2007.
• 5,400 additional daily trips were taken on transit during the morning rush hour (7-9 a.m.), as compared to April 2007. This adds up to an 11.6 percent increase over April 2007.

"These record ridership increases show that riders are choosing transit to help offset high fuel prices," said TriMet General Manager Fred Hansen. "Our transit system provides an alternative to getting around without always having to drive."

Transit Trip Tools

To plan your next transit trip, use our online trip planner or call 503-238-RIDE (7433) weekdays between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Find out when your bus or MAX train will arrive by checking TransitTracker online or by calling 503-238-RIDE (7433) and entering the stop ID number. Real-time arrival information is available for all 7,600 bus stops and 64 MAX stations.