What is the cheapest way to get from Ames to Ottumwa?

The cheapest way to get from Ames to Ottumwa is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ames to Ottumwa?

The fastest way to get from Ames to Ottumwa is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $21 - $35.

How far is it from Ames to Ottumwa?

The distance between Ames and Ottumwa is 119 miles. The road distance is 115.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ames to Ottumwa without a car?

The best way to get from Ames to Ottumwa without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 2h 24m and costs $85 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Ames to Ottumwa?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Ames to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Can I drive from Ames to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ames to Ottumwa is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Ames to Ottumwa.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

Ames to Ottumwa - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Ames to Ottumwa by taxi, bus, car, or shuttle

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Ames to Des Moinestaxi
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0157S
2h 24m
$87–111
Drive 115.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ames to Ottumwacar 115.1 mi
2h 8m
$21–31
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0157S
3h 51m
$117–241

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Distance: 118 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Ames, IA, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Ames to Ottumwa. However, you can take the taxi to Des Moines then take the bus to Ottumwa Bus Stop. Alternatively, you can drive from Ames to Ottumwa in around 2h 8m.

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