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Trip Overview

The average train between Ottumwa and Detroit takes 13h 20m and the fastest train takes 11h 33m. There is at least one train per day from Ottumwa to Detroit. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

13h 20m
Duration
559 mi
Distance
$361
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Ottumwa to Detroit train times

Trains run once daily between Ottumwa and Detroit. The earliest departure is at 8:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ottumwa is at 9:07 AM which arrives into Detroit at 12:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 13h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak14h 3m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak14h 3m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak11h 33m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak11h 33m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak14h 3m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak14h 3m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak14h 3m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ottumwa to Detroit? 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: 559.2 mi
  • Duration: 13h 20m

What companies run services between Ottumwa, IA, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Detroit via Chicago Union Station in around 11h 52m.

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