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Trip Overview

The train between New Orleans and Ottumwa takes 29h 12m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from New Orleans 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.

29h 12m
Duration
1,211 mi
Distance
$787
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

New Orleans to Ottumwa train times

Trains run 6 times a week between New Orleans and Ottumwa. The service departs New Orleans at 1:45 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Ottumwa at 18:57:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 29h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from New Orleans 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: 1,210.7 mi
  • Duration: 29h 12m

What companies run services between New Orleans, LA, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

You can take a train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 25h 27m.

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