What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Madison to Ottumwa?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Madison to Ottumwa is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Madison to Ottumwa?

The fastest way to get from Fort Madison to Ottumwa is to taxi and bus which takes 1h 41m and costs $70 - $95.

Is there a direct train between Fort Madison and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct train from Fort Madison to Ottumwa station. However, there are services departing from Fort Madison and arriving at Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Fort Madison to Ottumwa?

The distance between Fort Madison and Ottumwa is 90 miles. The road distance is 77.3 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Madison to Ottumwa without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Madison to Ottumwa without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 1h 41m and costs $70 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Fort Madison to Ottumwa?

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Fort Madison to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Madison to Ottumwa train from?

Fort Madison to Ottumwa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fort Madison station.

Where does the Fort Madison to Ottumwa train arrive?

Fort Madison to Ottumwa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Fort Madison to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Madison to Ottumwa is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Fort Madison to Ottumwa.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are seven+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

Fort Madison to Ottumwa - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Fort Madison to Ottumwa by taxi, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Taxi, bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the taxi from Fort Madison to Burlington IAtaxi
2. Take the bus from Burlington IA to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0157S
1h 41m
$70–91
Drive 76.8 mi
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1. Drive from Fort Madison to Ottumwacar 76.8 mi
1h 50m
$14–21
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Fort Madison to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
4h 18m
$53–117

Fort Madison to Ottumwa by train (Amtrak)

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4h 18mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 89.8 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

What companies run services between Fort Madison, IA, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

You can take a train from Fort Madison to Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 4h 18m.

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