CAT – Columbia Gorge Express Delays – 09/07

Due to the Construction on I-84, CAT is currently experiencing delays in both directions. Please note that busses from Hood River are leaving the CAT Transit Center ON TIME.

Delays from Hood River to Portland: Approximately under 20 minutes

Delays from Portland to Hood River: Approximately 35 minutes with anticipations for it to increase throughout the day.

For current road conditions and travel updates, please visit Oregon TripCheck or contact CAT at (541) 386-4202. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

9/7 The Link Labor Day Service Notice

The Link’s office will be closed, and fixed-routes and Dial-A-Ride services will not be operating on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.

THE DALLES-HOOD RIVER SHUTTLE will continue to operate on its weekend schedule.

Regular service will resume Tuesday, September 8.

MATS closed Monday 9/7 Labor Day Holiday. No fixed route service.

MATS offices are closed and there is no fixed route bus service on Monday, 9/7 for Labor Day Holiday.  Dial-a-ride only for prescheduled essential medical.  Services resume on Tuesday, 9/8.

Columbia Gorge Express Delays 9/4

Ongoing construction on I84 is causing 45 minute or more delays this afternoon. Please check TripCheck or call CAT at 541-386-4202 for current delay times.

MATS closed Friday, July 3rd:No Fixed Route Service

MATS offices are closed and there is no fixed route bus service on Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day.  Dial-a-ride only for prescheduled essential medical.  Services resume on Monday, July 6th.

Expect delays on CGE through Fall 2026

I-84 construction at McCord Creek may cause significant delays, especially on Fridays and weekends. Columbia Gorge Express buses travel in the same traffic as other vehicles and cannot bypass congestion caused by construction.  If you have a flight, appointment, or transit connection, please allow extra travel time and consider taking an earlier bus.

Skamania Transit: Route 2 delayed

The Skamania Transit bus (Stevenson-Carson-Bingen) is delayed.  Service will begin at 8:30 am at Stevenson stop today, Wed July 2.

MATS Goldendale to The Dalles: major deviation because of US97 closure (fire)

There is a fire that has completely closed US97.  The Goldendale route will deviate from US97 to use the Centerville Highway to Lyle to Dallesport to The Dalles.  If anyone needs to return to Wishram, please let the driver know and they will take you there.  Expect significant delays along the deviated route today.  It is unknown how long the closure will last due to the fire.  More alerts to come regarding the route.

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