Travel & Logistics

Travel Overview

Primary Airports

Participants should book flights into:

• Portland International Airport (PDX) – ~90 minutes to Corvallis
• Eugene Airport (EUG) – ~50 minutes to Corvallis

Recommendation:

• PDX typically offers more flight options and lower fares
• EUG is closer and more convenient for direct access

Transportation: Airport Shuttle to Corvallis

OSU Travel to Corvallis

• https://visitosu.oregonstate.edu/traveling-corvallis

From Portland (PDX)

Option 1: Groome Transportation (PDX to Corvallis Shuttle)

• Website: https://groometransportation.com/
• PDX to Corvallis

Option 2: Rent a Car: Kayak

• Maximum flexibility

Option 3: Uber / Lyft

• ~$100–160+ depending on demand
• ~80+-minute drive

From Eugene (EUG)

New Option 1: Flixbus

• Fast, reliable (~1 hr)
• Multiple departures per day

Option 2: Pacific Crest Buslines | 99 Vine

• Fast, reliable (~1 hr)
• Multiple departures per day

Option 3: Uber / Lyft

• ~$80–120 depending on demand
• ~50-minute drive

Option 4: Rental Car (Recommended for flexibility)

• All major agencies available at EUG

Lodging Options

Primary Recommended Hotels

1. Courtyard by Marriott Corvallis (Downtown location)

• Address: 400 SW 1st Street, Corvallis, OR 97333
• ~8–10 min drive / short rideshare / bike
• Walkable to restaurants and riverfront, downtown activities and eateries
• A Conference Rate is no longer available for a 20% discount off rack rate. Discount applied for all standard king and double queen guestroom types based on availability. Go online for reservations; BOOK ONLINE.
• You can also call the front desk at (541) 753-0199 and mention the code “Conference Rate” to receive the discount.
  • Standard car parking is available for $10 per night. 

2. Hilton Garden Inn Corvallis (Closest to Venue & Campus)

• Address: 2500 SW Western Blvd, Corvallis, OR 97333
• ~5-minute walk to Alumni Center; ideal for speakers and core attendees
• Group Name: JANUS Annual Meeting
• Group Dates: July 13, 2026-July 16, 2026
• Discount Expiration Date: June 22, 2026
• Group Rate: $179 (+ taxes/fees); $229 (+ taxes/fees)
• Call in: Call (541) 752-5000 and ask for a room under the “JANUS Annual Meeting” Block. Group Code: 90S
• BOOK ONLINE – Your Room for the JANUS Annual Meeting 
  • Includes Wi-Fi. 
    • In the room there is a mini refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker. 
    • Breakfast is not included in the rate, but the onsite restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner. 
    • Indoor pool and hot tub. 
    • Standard car parking is available for $10 per night. Walk to venue.  
  • PDX shuttle stop for Groome Transportation (reservations required through Groome). 

3. Holiday Inn Express Corvallis (north downtown, cost effective)

• Address: 781 NE 2nd Avenue, Corvallis, OR 97330
• The Holiday Inn is a little further from campus and is a cost effective lodging option.
• You can receive a 20% discount off rack rate by reserving a room online; BOOK ONLINE.
• You can also call the Holiday Inn Express at (541) 752-0800 and mention the rate called “Conference Rate” to book your room and receive the 20% discount.
  • Standard car parking is available for $10 per night. 

Additional Options (Flexible / Overflow)

1. We also have an option to have attendees stay at our OSU Summer Scholar Housing
2. Many options outlined at VisitCorvallis.com/stay.
   • Holiday Inn Express– This is the discounted link for 20% off rack rate- Boutique Hotel in Corvallis | Holiday Inn Express Corvallis-On The River
   • Hotel Corvallis– Home – Hotel Corvallis
   • Comfort Suites Corvallis (9th Street)- Hotel in Corvallis, OR | Comfort Suites Corvallis
   • Best Western Corvallis (9th Street)- Best Western Corvallis | Rooms & Rates
   • And of course, AirBnB: Airbnb | Vacation rentals, cabins, beach houses, & more
     • Recommended for extended stays or groups
     • Search areas: “OSU Campus,” “Downtown Corvallis,” “Willamette Landing”

Local Transportation (around Corvallis)

Note! We’re working on shuttle logistics for scheduled evening activities!

Corvallis is compact and transit-friendly.

Option 1: Walking / Campus Access (Recommended)

• Hilton Garden Inn → Venue: ~5-minute walk
• OSU campus is highly walkable
• Beaver Bus: Free Campus bus available but may be limited in summer hours
  • See the live tracker: https://osushuttles.com/routes

Optional: Bike Share, Local Scooters on Campus

• Corvallis is bike-friendly
• OSU Campus has rentable bikes and scooters
  • https://transportation.oregonstate.edu/sustainable-transportation/bike-and-scooter-share-program

Option 2: Corvallis Free Public Transit (CTS)

• Website: https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/cts
• Fare-free bus system throughout Corvallis
• Covers campus, downtown, and major corridor

Option 3: Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)

• Reliable within city
• ~$8–15 typical fare

Conference Venue

CH2M Hill Alumni Center (OSU)

• Address: 725 SW 26th St.
• Located adjacent to Reser Stadium
• Walking distance from Hilton Garden Inn

Parking Information (July 14–15)

Parking Information (July 14–15)

Primary Parking Areas

1. Reser Stadium Parking Lots (Immediate Vicinity)

• Closest and most convenient
• Visitors may park in designated OSU event lots
• Typically includes:
  • Reser Stadium West Lot
  • 26th Street lots

2. OSU Campus Visitor Parking

• Website: https://transportation.oregonstate.edu/parking/visitors
• Options include:
  • Daily permits & Pay stations / mobile parking

Notes:

• Parking enforcement is active on OSU campus
• Attendees should:
  • Use designated visitor/event parking
  • Follow posted signage
• Conference organizers may provide a parking code or permit instructions (still researching options)