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

The cheapest way to get from Muncie to Ottumwa is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Muncie to Ottumwa is to drive which takes 7h 50m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Muncie and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Muncie to Ottumwa. However, there are services departing from Muncie, IN and arriving at Ottumwa Bus Stop via Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Muncie to Ottumwa?

The distance between Muncie and Ottumwa is 435 miles. The road distance is 419.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Muncie to Ottumwa without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 34m and costs $120 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 10h 34m to get from Muncie to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Muncie to Ottumwa bus from?

Muncie to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, depart from Muncie, IN station.

Where does the Muncie to Ottumwa bus arrive?

Muncie to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Muncie and Ottumwa?

Ottumwa is 1h behind Muncie. It is currently 9:34 PM in Muncie and 8:34 PM in Ottumwa.

Can I drive from Muncie to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Muncie to Ottumwa is 419 miles. It takes approximately 7h 50m to drive from Muncie to Ottumwa.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Muncie to Ottumwa by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Muncie Ball State Univ, IN to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Galesburgbus
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 34m
$127–231
Drive 417.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Muncie to Ottumwacar 417.1 mi
7h 50m
$69–100
Bus, train via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Muncie Ball State Univ, IN to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
13h 27m
$272–471
Bus, fly to Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Muncie Ball State Univ, IN to Indianapolis Airportbus
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM)plane IND - DSM
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus
10h 40m
$168–739
Bus
1. Take the bus from Muncie, IN to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Muncie
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0157S
10h 40m
$88–163
Bus, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Muncie Ball State Univ, IN to Indianapolis Airportbus
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane IND - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 49m
$233–720

Muncie to Ottumwa by bus and train

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10h 34mAverage Duration

$127Cheapest Price

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Distance: 432.4 mi
Duration: 10h 34m

What companies run services between Muncie, IN, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Muncie, IN to Ottumwa Bus Stop via Indianapolis Union Station in around 10h 40m.

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