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Directions to Port of Portland and Cruise Parking and Terminal Information

Port of Riverside Marina in Portland, Oregon
Directions to the Port of Portland

Port of Portland Port Address, Driving Directions and Cruise Parking

Portland does not host large oceangoing cruise ships and is not used as a homeport by major cruise lines. Instead, river cruise vessels—including American Cruise Lines and other small-ship operators—embark and debark at RiverPlace Marina in downtown Portland. This scenic waterfront location on the Willamette River provides convenient access to downtown hotels, Portland International Airport (PDX), and local attractions.
  • RiverPlace Marina
  • Portland River Cruise Terminal / RiverPlace Marina
  • 1750 SW Harbor Way
  • Portland, OR 97201
  • 1-503-241-8283

What are the closest Airports to Port of Portland?

Portland International Airport (PDX)

How far is the airport from the port?

Portland International Airport is about 13 miles from cruise dock at the Riverplace Marina

What is the drive time?

It takes about 20 – 25 minutes under normal traffic conditions.

Alternate Airports:

While Portland International Airport (PDX) is the most convenient for the Port of Portland, travelers may also consider approaching via Eugene Airport (EUG) or Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA) if sections of their itinerary involve extended stays or multi-port travel.

EUG is roughly 110 miles south (≈2 hours drive) and SEA about 170 miles north (≈2.5–3 hours), making them viable options for guests combining a cruise embarkation with larger regional vacation stays or better flight availability.

Is there Uber or Lyft at Port of Portland?

Transportation from Portland International Airport (PDX):

  • Taxis: Available curbside; travel time to RiverPlace Marina is typically 20–25 minutes.
  • Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): Very common with designated airport pickup areas.
  • MAX Light Rail: PDX’s Red Line travels to downtown; from there, a short taxi or rideshare to the marina is required.
  • Hotel shuttles: Select downtown hotels may offer airport transfers.
  • Rental cars: Available at PDX with multiple return locations in downtown Portland.

Transportation from EUG or SEA:

  • Rental cars: Recommended for these longer distances.
  • Private car services: Available but expensive due to distance.

Port of Portland Driving Directions

From Portland International Airport (PDX):

  • Take I-205 South from the airport.
  • Merge onto I-84 West toward Portland.
  • Continue onto I-5 South and take Exit 299A toward City Center.
  • Follow signs for SW Naito Parkway.
  • Turn right onto SW Harrison Street, then left onto SW Harbor Way.
  • RiverPlace Marina will be on your right along the waterfront.

From I-5 Northbound (Salem / Eugene):

  • Take I-5 North toward Portland.
  • Take Exit 299B for Corbett Avenue.
  • Turn left onto SW Corbett, then right on SW Moody Avenue.
  • Continue onto SW Harbor Drive, then SW Harbor Way to reach RiverPlace Marina.

From Downtown Portland:

  • Take SW Naito Parkway southbound along the waterfront.
  • Turn right onto SW Harrison Street.
  • Turn left on SW Harbor Way and follow the road directly to the marina.

Do they have Parking at Port of Portland?

RiverPlace Marina Cruise Parking:

  • There is no dedicated long-term cruise parking at RiverPlace Marina.
  • Nearby public garages and surface lots in the RiverPlace/Downtown district typically cost US$15–25 per day.
  • Some hotels in downtown Portland offer park-and-stay packages for cruise guests.
  • Ride-share drop-off zones are located directly along SW Harbor Way.
  • Parking availability varies depending on downtown events and peak seasons.

Which cruise lines sail from the Port of Portland?

Cruise Lines Sailing from the Port of Portland:

The Port of Portland is is primarily a cargo and industrial port. A few large ships stop here as a port of call as part of a Pacific Northwest itinerary or Alaska reposition cruise. However, a few small cruise lines like Lindblad, American Cruise Line, and UnCruise adventures offer season small ship itineraries along the Columbia River and the Pacific Northwest.

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