From its beginning in 1986, Portland's light rail and commuter rail network has grown to 99 stations, spanning 120 kilometres (74 miles). This animated video takes you through the timeline of when new stations were opened, forming the TriMet network that we know today.
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Portland Blue Line light rail
Portland Red Line light rail
Portland Green Line light rail
Portland Orange Line light rail
Portland Yellow Line light rail
Portland Westside Express Service (WES) Commuter Rail
Portland Aerial Tramway
Minneapolis University of Minnesota Transitway