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Trip Summary
You can pick from 3 daily train trips between St. Helens and Astoria. The average train journey from St. Helens to Astoria takes 4 hours and 26 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 4 hours and 16 minutes.
| Distance | 54 mi (86 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 16m |
| Lowest price | $6.00 |
| Trains per day | 9 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from St. Helens to Astoria?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects St. Helens to Astoria. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 4h 26m | $6.00 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from St. Helens to Astoria every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $6.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between St. Helens and Astoria is approximately 54 miles, or 86 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 26 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 16 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from St. Helens to Astoria are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs St. Helens at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 scheduled trains on most days. 9 of these are direct connections to Astoria. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in St. Helens?
Main departure station: 1155 Deer Island Rd
There is one train station in St. Helens.
All train stations in St. Helens:
1155 Deer Island Rd
Where is the train station in Astoria?
Main arrival station: 40490 Old US Hwy 30 Svenson
There are more train stations and stops in Astoria than most cities. Most trains from St. Helens will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Astoria:
All train stations in Astoria:
40490 Old US Hwy 30 Svenson
Astoria Transit Ctr - 900 Marine Dr
43164 Hillcrest Loop Rd Knappa
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