There are 2 ways to get from Iowa to Ottumwa by bus (Greyhound) or car
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The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Ottumwa is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 39m.
The fastest way to get from Iowa to Ottumwa is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $15 - $23.
No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Ottumwa. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Ottumwa Bus Stop via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.
The distance between Iowa and Ottumwa is 90 miles. The road distance is 84.5 miles.
The best way to get from Iowa to Ottumwa without a car is to bus which takes 1h 55m and costs $21 - $40.
It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Iowa to Ottumwa, including transfers.
Iowa to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.
Iowa to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Ottumwa Bus Stop station.
Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Ottumwa is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Iowa to Ottumwa.
There are seven+ hotels available in Ottumwa.
What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?
Greyhound USA operates a bus from Des Moines to Ottumwa Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $13–25 and the journey takes 1h 50m.
Rome2Rio's guide to Greyhound USA
Contact DetailsContact Details
- Phone
- +1 214-849-8100
- [email protected]
- Website
- greyhound.com
Bus from Des Moines to Ottumwa Bus Stop
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $13–25
- Website
- https://www.greyhound.com/
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