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

The cheapest way to get from Dallas to Ottumwa is to bus which costs $120 - $240 and takes 19h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dallas to Ottumwa is to fly and shuttle and taxi which takes 8h 4m and costs $260 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Dallas and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Dallas to Ottumwa. However, there are services departing from Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum and arriving at Ottumwa Bus Stop via Oklahoma City Bus Station, Kansas City Bus Station and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 15m.

How far is it from Dallas to Ottumwa?

The distance between Dallas and Ottumwa is 760 miles. The road distance is 711.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dallas to Ottumwa without a car is to bus which takes 19h 15m and costs $120 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Dallas to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dallas to Ottumwa bus from?

Dallas to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum station.

Where does the Dallas to Ottumwa bus arrive?

Dallas to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Oklahoma City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dallas to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Dallas to Ottumwa is 712 miles. It takes approximately 12h 30m to drive from Dallas to Ottumwa.

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

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

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are seven+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

Dallas to Ottumwa - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 6 ways to get from Dallas to Ottumwa by plane, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train, car, shuttle, or taxi

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Fly to Des Moines, bus
best
1. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DFW - DSM
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus
8h 12m
$183–890
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum to Oklahoma City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Oklahoma City Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus
19h 15m
$120–239
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Dallas to Springfieldtrain
2. Take the bus from Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
24h 49m
$313–641
Drive 707.5 mi
1. Drive from Dallas to Ottumwacar 707.5 mi
12h 30m
$130–187
Fly to Columbia Regional Airport, shuttle, taxi
1. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU)plane DFW - COU
2. Take a shuttle bus from Columbia to Lancastershuttle
3. Take the taxi from Lancaster to Ottumwataxi
8h 4m
$267–615
Fly to Quad City International Airport, taxi, train
1. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane DFW - MLI
2. Take the taxi from SouthPark Mall Shelter to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtaxi
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 4m
$244–639

Dallas to Ottumwa by bus

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19h 15mAverage Duration

$120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 755.8 mi
Duration: 8h 12m

What companies run services between Dallas, TX, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum to Ottumwa Bus Stop via Oklahoma City Bus Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and Des Moines in around 19h 15m.

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