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Most travelers arrive on the Oregon coast by car – and a lack of public transportation options to the Oregon Coast means more drivers, more traffic, and increased carbon output.

PILOT PROJECT: SHUTTLE LIVE TRACKER

 

The North Coast Shuttle Project plans to increase connectivity and promote tourism on the Oregon Coast by offering an accessible, convenient, and eco-friendly shuttle service from the Portland Metro to and along the North Coast region (the coast’s highest traffic region). We’ve partnered with Ecoshuttle to operate this route. Riders who take the shuttle can decrease their travel carbon emissions by nearly 80%, reduce parking stress and enjoy a scenic ride to the coast!

The pilot project aims to significantly reduce individual car usage, and create a long-term option for a more sustainable travel option to the coast.

Location

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Washington, Tillamook & Clatsop Counties

Key Partners

North Coast Tourism Management Network, EcoShuttle, Travel Oregon, ODOT, Travel Portland, Explore Tualatin

How it all comes together

See how this project aligns with the Glasgow Declaration – a global commitment by tourism stakeholders to address climate change – and its key principles.

We will measure how many people are taking the shuttle, and subsequently, how many cars we helped keep off the road!

One of the best ways to reduce our carbon emission is to drive personal cars less. You can reduce your transportation carbon emissions to the coast by up to 80% by taking the North Coast Shuttle.

This shuttle lifts the north coast visitor economy by increasing access to more travelers while reducing parking and traffic congestion, as well as carbon emissions, by keeping cars off the road.

This multi-jurisdictional project has been the collaborative effort of north coast destination management organizations, valley-based destination management orgs, transportation agency staff and regional and state tourism organizations. It would not be possible without their partnership.

This project is funded through ODOT Grants, EPA grants, Travel Oregon matching funds and state transient lodging tax directed to the Oregon Coast Visitors Association, as well as ridership ticket sales.

Cost of travel and access to a vehicle can be a barrier of access for low-income and other marginalized groups. By offering a public transportation option, we open access to more people, ensuring a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive coast.