What is the cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit?

The cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit?

The fastest way to get from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Ottumwa and Lee's Summit?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Bus Stop and arriving at On 350 Hwy And Chipman Southbound via Des Moines, On 13Th Between Charlotte & Holmes Wb and On Grand At Pershing Farside Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Ottumwa and Lee's Summit?

No, there is no direct train from Ottumwa station to Lee's Summit station. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Amtrak Station and arriving at Lee's Summit Station via Galesburg Amtrak Station and Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

How far is it from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit?

The distance between Ottumwa and Lee's Summit is 303 miles. The road distance is 230.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit without a car?

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit without a car is to bus which takes 8h 36m and costs $45 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit?

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to Lee's Summit bus from?

Ottumwa to Lee's Summit bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Ottumwa Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to Lee's Summit train from?

Ottumwa to Lee's Summit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ottumwa Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit?

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit is to bus which takes 8h 36m and costs $45 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $220 - $360 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Ottumwa to Lee's Summit bus arrive?

Ottumwa to Lee's Summit bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Where does the Ottumwa to Lee's Summit train arrive?

Ottumwa to Lee's Summit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottumwa to Lee's Summit is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit.

How do I get a train ticket from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit?

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Where can I stay near Lee's Summit?

There are 197+ hotels available in Lee's Summit.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ottumwa to Lee's Summit by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
8h 36m
$45–77
Drive 228.9 mi
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1. Drive from Ottumwa to Lee's Summitcar 228.9 mi
4h 27m
$42–61
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 Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
9h 51m
$227–359

Ottumwa to Lee's Summit by bus and foot (Greyhound)

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Distance: 301.3 mi
Duration: 8h 36m

What companies run services between Ottumwa, IA, USA and Lee's Summit, MO, USA?

You can take a bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to On 350 Hwy And Chipman Southbound via Des Moines, Kansas City Bus Station, On 13Th Between Charlotte & Holmes Wb, On Grand At Pershing Crown Center Shops Sb, and On Grand At Pershing Farside Northbound in around 8h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Lee's Summit Station via Galesburg Amtrak Station and Kansas City in around 9h 51m.

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