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

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Ottumwa is to bus which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Ottumwa is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and Ottumwa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bloomington-Normal and arriving at Ottumwa Bus Stop. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Bloomington to Ottumwa?

The distance between Bloomington and Ottumwa is 206 miles. The road distance is 206.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bloomington to Ottumwa without a car is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs $30 - $60.

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

The bus from Bloomington-Normal to Ottumwa Bus Stop takes 4h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Ottumwa bus from?

Bloomington to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Bloomington-Normal station.

Where does the Bloomington to Ottumwa bus arrive?

Bloomington to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Ottumwa Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Bloomington to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Ottumwa is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Bloomington to Ottumwa.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bloomington to Ottumwa?

Book your Bloomington to Ottumwa bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

Bloomington to Ottumwa - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bloomington to Ottumwa by bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0157S
4h 40m
$30–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Galesburgbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
4h 49m
$48–104
Drive 205.1 mi
1. Drive from Bloomington to Ottumwacar 205.1 mi
3h 56m
$38–55

Bloomington to Ottumwa by bus (Greyhound)

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 204.9 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Bloomington, IL, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Bloomington-Normal to Ottumwa Bus Stop twice daily. Tickets cost $30–60 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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