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

The cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to Fort Madison is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottumwa to Fort Madison is to bus and taxi which takes 1h 41m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct train between Ottumwa and Fort Madison?

No, there is no direct train from Ottumwa station to Fort Madison. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Amtrak Station and arriving at Fort Madison via Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Ottumwa to Fort Madison?

The distance between Ottumwa and Fort Madison is 90 miles. The road distance is 77 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Fort Madison without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 1h 41m and costs $65 - $100.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Ottumwa to Fort Madison train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ottumwa to Fort Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottumwa to Fort Madison is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Ottumwa to Fort Madison.

Where can I stay near Fort Madison?

There are 11+ hotels available in Fort Madison.

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

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

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Bus, taxi (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Burlington IAbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the taxi from Burlington IA to Fort Madisontaxi
1h 41m
$66–96
Drive 76.5 mi
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1. Drive from Ottumwa to Fort Madisoncar 76.5 mi
1h 49m
$14–21
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 Fort Madisontrain Southwest Chief
4h 27m
$56–117

Ottumwa to Fort Madison by train (Amtrak)

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4h 27mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 89.9 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

You can take a train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Fort Madison via Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 4h 27m.

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