What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Ottumwa?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Ottumwa is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Ottumwa?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Ottumwa is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Ottumwa. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Ottumwa Bus Stop via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Ottumwa?

The distance between Iowa City and Ottumwa is 199 miles. The road distance is 84.3 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa City to Ottumwa without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Ottumwa without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs $30 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Ottumwa?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Iowa City to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa City to Ottumwa bus from?

Iowa City to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Iowa City station.

Where does the Iowa City to Ottumwa bus arrive?

Iowa City to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Ottumwa is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Iowa City to Ottumwa.

How do I get a bus ticket from Iowa City to Ottumwa?

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

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

Iowa City to Ottumwa - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Iowa City to Ottumwa by bus (Greyhound) or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0157S
4h 55m
$35–52
Drive 83.8 mi
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1. Drive from Iowa City to Ottumwacar 83.8 mi
1h 52m
$16–23

Iowa City to Ottumwa by bus (Greyhound)

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 197.6 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Iowa City to Ottumwa Bus Stop via Des Moines in around 4h 55m.

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