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Ottumwa to Grand Rapids trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Ottumwa and Grand Rapids takes 13h 35m and the fastest train takes 13h 27m. There is at least one train per day from Ottumwa to Grand Rapids. 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 35m
Duration
455 mi
Distance
$291
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Ottumwa to Grand Rapids train times

Trains run once daily between Ottumwa and Grand Rapids. 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 Grand Rapids at 11:34 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 13h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak14h 27m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h 27m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h 27m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h 27m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h 27m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h 27m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h 27m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ottumwa to Grand Rapids? 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: 455.1 mi
  • Duration: 13h 35m

What companies run services between Ottumwa, IA, USA and Grand Rapids, Kent County, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station via Chicago Union Station in around 10h 36m.

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