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Cleveland to Ottumwa trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cleveland and Ottumwa takes 16h 2m and the fastest train takes 15h 54m. There is at least one train per day from Cleveland to Ottumwa. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

16h 2m
Duration
618 mi
Distance
$400
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Cleveland to Ottumwa train times

Trains run once daily between Cleveland and Ottumwa. The earliest departure is at 3:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Cleveland is at 4:03 AM which arrives into Ottumwa at 6:57 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 16h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak15h 54m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak15h 54m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak16h 54m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak15h 54m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak15h 54m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak15h 54m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak15h 54m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cleveland to Ottumwa? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 618.2 mi
  • Duration: 16h 2m

What companies run services between Cleveland, OH, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

You can take a train from Cleveland Amtrak to Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 12h 43m.

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