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

The cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to California is to bus which costs $280 - $460 and takes 39h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottumwa to California is to bus and fly which takes 7h 58m and costs $320 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Ottumwa and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottumwa to California station. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Bus Stop and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals via Des Moines, Denver Union Station and Las Vegas Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Ottumwa and California?

No, there is no direct train from Ottumwa station to California. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Amtrak Station and arriving at Los Angeles via Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 24m.

How far is it from Ottumwa to California?

The distance between Ottumwa and California is 1556 miles. The road distance is 1744.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ottumwa to California without a car is to bus which takes 39h 15m and costs $280 - $460.

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

It takes approximately 7h 58m to get from Ottumwa to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to California bus from?

Ottumwa to California bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Ottumwa Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to California train from?

Ottumwa to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ottumwa Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Ottumwa to California?

The best way to get from Ottumwa to California is to bus which takes 39h 15m and costs $280 - $460. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $550 - $1,600 and takes 44h 24m.

Where does the Ottumwa to California bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ottumwa and California?

California is 2h behind Ottumwa. It is currently 8:42 AM in Ottumwa and 6:42 AM in California.

Where does the Ottumwa to California train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ottumwa to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottumwa to California is 1744 miles. It takes approximately 28h 29m to drive from Ottumwa to California.

How do I get a train ticket from Ottumwa to California?

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

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Where can I stay near California?

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There are 7 ways to get from Ottumwa to California by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
best
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane DSM - SNA
7h 58m
$321–1,247
Bus, fly to Los Angeles International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DSM - LAX
9h 4m
$218–705
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Las Vegas Bus Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus
39h 15m
$284–456
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
44h 24m
$582–1,582
Drive 1,734.3 mi
1. Drive from Ottumwa to Los Angelescar 1,734.3 mi
28h 29m
$317–458
Bus, fly to San Diego International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane DSM - SAN
9h 56m
$253–837
Bus, fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)plane DSM - FAT
10h 36m
$222–983

Ottumwa to California by bus

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Distance: 1,547.2 mi
Duration: 7h 58m

What companies run services between Ottumwa, IA, USA and California, USA?

You can take a bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals via Des Moines, Denver Union Station, and Las Vegas Bus Terminal in around 39h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Los Angeles via Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 44h 24m.

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