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

The cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to Indianapolis is to bus which costs $60 - $120 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottumwa to Indianapolis is to drive which takes 6h 42m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Ottumwa and Indianapolis?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ottumwa Bus Stop and arriving at Indianapolis Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ottumwa and Indianapolis?

No, there is no direct train from Ottumwa station to Indianapolis. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Amtrak Station and arriving at Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 26m.

How far is it from Ottumwa to Indianapolis?

The distance between Ottumwa and Indianapolis is 377 miles. The road distance is 376.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Indianapolis without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs $60 - $120.

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

The bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station) takes 7h 45m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to Indianapolis bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to Indianapolis train from?

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

Train or bus from Ottumwa to Indianapolis?

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Indianapolis is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs $60 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $320 and takes 11h 26m.

Where does the Ottumwa to Indianapolis bus arrive?

Ottumwa to Indianapolis bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Ottumwa and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 1h ahead of Ottumwa. It is currently 4:31 PM in Ottumwa and 5:31 PM in Indianapolis.

Where does the Ottumwa to Indianapolis train arrive?

Ottumwa to Indianapolis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Ottumwa to Indianapolis?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottumwa to Indianapolis is 377 miles. It takes approximately 6h 42m to drive from Ottumwa to Indianapolis.

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

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

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Ottumwa to Indianapolis - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Ottumwa to Indianapolis by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, train, bus, or shuttle

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Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
7h 45m
$60–120
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain California Zephyr
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
11h 26m
$152–313
Drive 374.3 mi
1. Drive from Ottumwa to Indianapoliscar 374.3 mi
6h 42m
$69–99
Drive to Burlington Municipal Airport, fly
1. Drive from Ottumwa to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)car
2. Fly from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Indianapolis (IND)plane BRL - IND
7h 31m
$116–572
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
8h 36m
$78–157
Bus, shuttle to Des Moines, fly
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
4. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Indianapolis (IND)plane DSM - IND
10h 37m
$245–995
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)plane ORD - IND
9h 49m
$516–1,490
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Indianapolis (IND)plane MDW - IND
9h 31m
$164–683

Ottumwa to Indianapolis by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 375.1 mi
Duration: 7h 45m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Indianapolis Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 7h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Indianapolis via Chicago Union Station in around 11h 26m.

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