Getting There & Getting Around – Eugene, Oregon
Getting in and out of town
Air
Eugene Airport (aka Mahlon Sweet Field): 28855 Lockheed Dr., +1 (541) 682 5544
Airlines include: Horizon Air, America West Express, United Airlines
Directions from Downtown Eugene via West 11th: From downtown Eugene take 11th Avenue west approximately 5 miles. Turn right at the traffic signal on Green Hill Road. Continue north on Green Hill Road about 4 miles. Follow the signs to the terminal.
Rail
Amtrak: 433 Willamette, +1 (541) 687 1383 or (1-800) 872 7254 (U.S. only)
The USA Rail Pass allows travelers, both national and international to explore the country at an affordable price. Passes are valid for 15 or 30 days. Seniors and students receive a 10% discount.
Getting around town
Bus
One of the most efficient and environmentally friendly ways to travel in Eugene is by bus. To accommodate those with transportation needs, the Lane Transit District (LTD) runs daily throughout the greater Eugene/Springfield area.
Fares
Daily rates: adults (19-61), $1.25; youth (5-18) and seniors (62-79), $.60
Monthly bus pass: adults, $28; youth & seniors, $14
UO students: FREE!
Hours
Monday-Friday: 6 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Saturdays & Sundays: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Contact Info
Phone: +1 (541) 687 5555
Web site: http://ltd.org
Bikes
For those that are more fitness-oriented seeking transportation, biking is always an option. There are several places in town that rent bikes daily and weekly at substantially low rates ($12 per day; $60 per week).
- Blue Heron Bicycles: 877 East 13th Avenue, +1 (541) 343 2488
- High Street Bicycles: 535 High Street, +1 (541) 687 1775
- Paul’s Bicycle Way of Life: 152 West 5th Avenue, +1 (541) 344 4105
Taxis
If you’re planning a night out on the town and need transportation, taking a taxi in Eugene is always a relatively cheap and efficient way to travel. Most companies charge a sitting fee of $2.50 plus $1.75 per mile. Students and seniors usually get discounts of 10% off. If arrangements are made in advance, there is usually a 20% discount for those going to and from the airport.
- VIP Taxi: +1(541) 484 0920
- Airline Taxi: +1 (541) 741 6555
- A-1 Wheelchair & Disabled Taxi: +1 (541) 954 1950
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