Getting to Portland without the parking hunt.
Tualatin sits about 11 to 13 miles south of downtown Portland,and whether you ride WES, catch a TriMet express bus,or drive I-5, there are credible ways to make the trip,with free-flow drive times of about 20-25 minutes when traffic behaves.
When buyers ask about living in Tualatin, commute time is usually question one. Downtown Portland is roughly 20-25 minutes by car when traffic flows freely,and often 30-45 minutes or more at peak hours. With a mix of rail, express buses,and highways, there is a credible no-car option for many weekday commutes.
The commute picture matters for anyone choosing a home,and the neighborhood around 22379 SW 107th Ave sits close to two ready transit assets: the WES station on Boones Ferry Road and the I-5 corridor itself. Here is how the pieces fit together.
Ride the rail
WES commuter rail stops right in Tualatin.
The Tualatin station
The WES (Westside Express Service( station sits at 18955 SW Boones Ferry Road,about a 10-minute drive from 22379 SW 107th Ave. It runs weekdays during peak commute hours between Beaverton Transit Center and Wilsonville,stopping at Hall/Nimbus,Tigard Transit Center,Tualatin,and Wilsonville.
Where the train takes you
WES does not run directly to downtown Portland. Riders take it north to Beaverton Transit Center and transfer to MAX light rail into the city center,a typical trip of about 42 minutes total train plus tram. A free Tualatin Shuttle( operated by Ride Connection( carries commuters between the station and local employers.
Best for regular weekday commutes
WES schedules to serve nine-to-five riders,so it is ideal for steady weekday commutes and less useful for evening events or weekend trips into town. Check the current timetable before planning around it.
A future MAX connection
There is no MAX light rail stop in Tualatin itself. The proposed Southwest Corridor MAX extension would eventually bring light rail closer to the area,but it has not been built yet,which is why many commuters pair driving with the I-5 express bus instead.
TriMet from Tualatin
Buses that get you into the city.
Line 96
The go-to express: Line 96 runs Tualatin to downtown Portland viaI-5,with a weekday schedule of roughly 29 minutes. For downtown workers, this is often the simplest transit answer.
Line 76
Line 76 links Tualatin and Beaverton,a useful westbound option for jobs along the 99W corridor,and for connecting to the MAX systeme at Beaverton Transit Center.
Line 97
Line 97 connects Tualatin and Sherwood to the south,handy for cross-town errands between the two communities,and for park-and-ride connections along the corridor.
Mix and match
Many commuters combine modes:drive to the WES station or the Line 96 park-and-ride,cycle the last mile,or catch a shuttle at the transit centers. TriMet system maps and schedules tell you what fits your route.
Drive it
Hitting the road to Portland.
Driving stays the fastest door-to-door option for most Tualatin households. I-5 north is the straightest shot,about 20-25 minutes to downtown when traffic flows freely,and often 30-45 minutes or more at peak hours. Highway 217 hooks Tualatin north toward Beaverton and the Sunset corridor;Route 99W runs parallel to I-5 through Tigard as an off-highway backup,often slower at peak. The state has studied tolling the I-5 stretch between Tualatin and Wilsonville to manage congestion,so watch regional transportation news as plans evolve.
Commute facts
Planning your trip.
WES Tualatin station: 18955 SW Boones Ferry Rd,about a 10-minute drive from 22379 SW 107th Ave. Weekday peak-hour service only.
TriMet lines 76, 96,and 97 serve Tualatin: 96 is the express to downtown Portland viaI-5. Schedules vary by day,so check current timetables.
Make Your Move
A commute-friendly home in Tualatin.
Whether you ride WES,catch the 96,or point the car north on I-5, 22379 SW 107th Ave is a well-positioned base for Portland commutes. Paul Knighton of MORE Realty can show you the whole picture.
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