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

The cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to Galesburg is to bus which costs $18 - $35 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottumwa to Galesburg is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ottumwa and Galesburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ottumwa Bus Stop and arriving at Galesburg. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ottumwa and Galesburg?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ottumwa Amtrak Station station and arriving at Galesburg Amtrak Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Ottumwa to Galesburg?

The distance between Ottumwa and Galesburg is 118 miles. The road distance is 120.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Galesburg without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $35 - $80.

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

The train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station takes 2h 31m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to Galesburg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to Galesburg train from?

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

Train or bus from Ottumwa to Galesburg?

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Galesburg is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $35 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Ottumwa to Galesburg bus arrive?

Ottumwa to Galesburg bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Galesburg station.

Where does the Ottumwa to Galesburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ottumwa to Galesburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottumwa to Galesburg is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Ottumwa to Galesburg.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Galesburg?

There are 14+ hotels available in Galesburg.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ottumwa to Galesburg by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
2h 31m
$35–80
Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Galesburgbus Greyhound US0157S
2h 35m
$18–35
Drive 120.2 mi
1. Drive from Ottumwa to Galesburgcar 120.2 mi
2h 26m
$22–32

Ottumwa to Galesburg by train (Amtrak)

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2h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117.1 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Ottumwa, IA, USA and Galesburg, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Galesburg once daily. Tickets cost $18–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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