White Salmon WA Directions
Searching for White Salmon WA Directions? If you are traveling from Portland, Oregon by car, follow I-84 east along the Columbia River to Hood River.
- Take exit 64 (Hood River-White Salmon Interstate Bridge Exit).
- Take a left at the light after the bridge and then take your next right which is Dock Grade Rd.
- This takes you to the main street of White Salmon – E Jewett Rd.
- Go west (left) on E Jewett Rd. and arrive at downtown White Salmon.
If you want to drive on the Oregon side and the Washington side of the Columbia River, cross at the Bridge of the Gods.
If you want White Salmon WA directions on the Washington State side of the Columbia River: take Highway 14 East from Vancouver, Washington. From Vancouver, Highway 14 is actually 3 miles shorter than I84. However, this route does take approximately 8 more minutes in drive time.
If you enjoy breweries, the Highway 14 route will give you the opportunity to check out Walking Man Brewing in Stevenson and Backwoods Brewing in Carson before you visit White Salmon’s Everybody’s Brewing. Of course, don’t drink and drive and always bring along your designated driver!
Flying to White Salmon WA
The Portland International Airport (PDX) is about an hour from White Salmon. There are smaller airports in Hood River and Dallesport.
The Columbia Gorge Express travels to the Gateway Transit Center in Portland several times each day. From there, it’s only 15 minutes to the airport by train which drops you right at the front door of the terminal. Faster and cheaper than parking long-term parking.
The Columbia Gorge Express (CGE) travels to and from Portland 5x per day in the winter (and 8x per day in the summer). In Hood River, you may leave your car free of charge in the Park-n-Ride lot at the CAT Administrative Office @ 224 Wasco Loop. This is a main stop for the CGE. This is also a main transfer point for the Link bus from The Dalles and the MATs bus from White Salmon/Bingen. Busses connect to The Dalles from Goldendale as well. Simply board one of the connecting routes from these towns to arrive in time for the next outbound CGE. If you need help sorting out your connections, call us at 833-3GO-PASS (833-346-7277).
When the Columbia Gorge Express pulls into the Gateway station, it stops just a short walk from the MAX train that takes you to the airport. Simply walk north and west following the signs for the Red Line to Airport. Find a ticket machine and purchase your train ticket (see directions below). Catch the next airport train (make sure the train reads ‘Airport’ as there are other trains that leave from the same platform). It should only be about 10 minutes to wait. There are screens that tell you how many minutes before each train arrives. Note, it will be traveling South through the station.
Buying a ticket for the Red Line Train
Select the fare you want by pressing one of the buttons below the video screen. You will want the 2.5-hour ticket which is the smallest ticket you can buy. The amount you need to pay will be displayed on the screen:
($2.50 for adults 18+ or $1.25 for Seniors over 65 or for kids 7-17). Insert payment. Most machines accept debit/credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover), coins (including $1 coins), and bills ($1, $5, $10 and $20). Machines labeled “Card Only” will only accept debit or credit cards. Collect your tickets and change from the tray at the bottom left. These tickets are pre-validated (ready for immediate use). Simply keep hold of the ticket in the unlikely case that someone asks to see it.
Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards 2018 readers’ survey today recognized PDX as the Best Domestic Airport. This award is the sixth consecutive for PDX, winning from 2013-2018.
“The credit for this accomplishment goes to our Portland International Airport team—the more than 10,000 who always deliver the best travel experience you’ll find anywhere,” Curtis Robinhold, Port of Portland executive director said. “The caring spirit of our PDX team, served up with local restaurants and shops, gives PDX its much-loved heart and character, reflecting the very best our region offers.”
Here’s an excerpt from Travel + Leisure’s story: It may not be the newest or largest on this year’s list, but “user-friendly” PDX has garnered more than its fair share of enthusiastic fans — and not just for its famous #pdxcarpet. The airport excels in creating a smooth experience for travelers at every turn, from frustration-free security checkpoints (“TSA here is especially good,” said one reader) to affordable retail options minus the usual airport surcharges. Diversity of food and entertainment options — often with local flair — also contributes to its appeal. As one reader put it: “Where else can you sample local liquors, watch free short films, peruse Pendleton blankets, and enjoy a rotating art exhibit before a flight?”
Travel to White Salmon WA by Train or Bus
Amtrak service to White Salmon is available! We have an Amtrak Train Station with a platform and shelter including payphones and an accessible restroom and waiting room. The station waiting room hours are Monday – Sunday 7:00am-9:00am and 5:20pm-7:20pm. You can walk to White Salmon (1.5 miles with elevation gain) if you are feeling energetic or catch a ride up the hill from the station to White Salmon with Mt Adams Transportation Service.
There is a Greyhound Station in Hood River, Oregon, across the Columbia River from White Salmon. You can Get a Ride from Hood River to White Salmon with Mt. Adams Transportation Service. There is no pedestrians allowed on the Hood River-White Salmon bridge!
There are fixed routes that run Monday through Friday except for the holidays. The bus (looks more like a big van) is bicycle friendly. There is a bus stop located in 9 different locations in White Salmon: Pioneer Center, Hunsaker Oil, Rheingarten Park, Hi School Pharmacy, Eye Care, Downtown White Salmon, DSHS, and the Grange. The Hood River stops include the Hood River Port, Waucoma, and the CAT Transfer Center.
We suggest you call the White Salmon Mt Adams Transportation Service office (M-F 8-5) to confirm your route and cost ($1.00 – $2.50 per ride). 509-493-4662 or 800-493-7606
Visit White Salmon and the Columbia River Gorge without a Car
A self-described “geeky team of transportation professionals” operating under the larger umbrella of the Columbia Gorge Tourism Alliance has worked on a website to help you with your car-free trip planning to the Columbia River Gorge. They are seasoned car-free travelers, offering you the best options for exploring and getting to and from the Gorge car-free.
Website: Columbia River Gorge Care Free Trip Planning
Looking for Uber or Lyft?
There is now Uber available! You can also try our highest-rated Taxi Service Gorge Taxi Service. For an EVtaxi, check out Hood River Pedicab, EVtaxi & Delivery.