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The Mt. Hood Express transit is a public bus service administered by Clackamas County and serves the communities along Highway 26, running from the city of Sandy east to Government Camp and Timberline.
Our Routes
We offer two lines to serve you:
The Express
Operates 7 days a week as a limited stop commuter service between the City of Sandy and Timberline. Seasonal service features include bike trailers and ski boxes for the convenience of riders to stow their equipment.
The Express does not operate on Thanksgiving or Christmas Day.
The Villages Shuttle
Operates 7 days a week as a deviated fixed route for local service between Sandy and Rhododendron.
The Villages Shuttle does not operate on New Years Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Fares
| One Way | $2 Can be used for Mt Hood Express Villages shuttle and Express routes. |
| One Way Booklet | 20 for $30 |
| Day Pass | $5 Can be used for Villages shuttle, Express routes, and Sandy Area Metro (SAM) Routes |
| Children 6 and under | free |
You may pay exact fare on board. Passes are also available at the following locations:
| Location | $2 Tickets | $5 Day Passes |
|---|---|---|
| Best Western Sandy Inn 503-668-7100 | $5 | |
| Hoodland Library 503-622-3460 | $5 | |
| Operations Center 503-668-3466 | $2 | $5 |
| Sandy Community Center 503-668-5569 | $2 | $5 |
| Sandy City Hall 503-668-5533 | $2 | $5 |
| Sandy Historical Museum 503-668-3378 | $2 | $5 |
| Sandy Library 503-668-5537 | $5 | |
| Timberline Day Lodge 503-272-3311 | $2 |
How to Ride
- Arrive at the bus stop at least 5 minutes early.
- Make sure you are visible to the driver.
- Schedule may vary as much as 5 minutes due to traffic and/or weather conditions.
- If needed, ask the driver for assistance.
- Press the bell bar or pull cord to signal the driver of your upcoming stop.
- Use local parking options.
Bus Rules
- Children under 10 must have a person 16 years or older with them.
- Children 10-12 may ride alone if there is a person 16 years or older at the place of departure and arrival.
- No smoking, vaping, or alcohol allowed.
- Non-alcoholic beverages in covered containers allowed.
- Shirts and shoes required.
- Personal devices with headphones only.
- Remain seated
- No disruptive behavior
Accessibility
- All buses are wheelchair lift equipped and drivers are trained to provide assistance.
- Priority seating is available on all buses for senior citizens and people with disabilities.
- Controlled service animals are welcome.
- If you are visiting Timberline Lodge and need assistance due to a mobility issues, please call Timberline at 503-272-3311
Other Transportation Resources
Visit Passiogo, or download the iPhone or Android app, to see live bus locations, estimated time of arrival, and stop information. You can even set up customized alerts!
