Astoria, OR Metro Area has a variety of transportation options available for residents and visitors alike. Public transportation in the area is provided by the Astoria Transit System (ATS), with service to major attractions and destinations throughout the city. The ATS operates nine bus routes, two downtown circulators, and a seasonal trolley line that serves historic downtown Astoria. In addition to these services, the ATS also provides a Dial-A-Ride program which offers door-to-door shared ride service for those who qualify. For those looking to venture outside of the city limits, there are three public Amtrak stations within 20 miles of Astoria offering train service in all directions. For those looking to get around on their own schedule, Taxis and rideshares such as Uber are also readily available throughout the Metro Area. With these many transport options, traveling around Astoria has never been easier.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Astoria Metro Area takes 19.1 minutes. That's shorter than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Astoria Metro Area get to work:
- 73.1% drive their own car alone
- 10.4% carpool with others
- 5.2% work from home
- 0.8% take mass transit