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

The cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to Missouri is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottumwa to Missouri is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ottumwa and Missouri?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottumwa to Missouri. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Bus Stop and arriving at Kansas City via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ottumwa and Missouri?

No, there is no direct train from Ottumwa station to Missouri. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Amtrak Station and arriving at Metro Center via Galesburg Amtrak Station and Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Ottumwa to Missouri?

The distance between Ottumwa and Missouri is 284 miles. The road distance is 219.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Missouri without a car is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $40 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Ottumwa to Missouri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to Missouri bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to Missouri train from?

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

Train or bus from Ottumwa to Missouri?

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Missouri is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $260 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Ottumwa to Missouri bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ottumwa to Missouri train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ottumwa to Missouri?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottumwa to Missouri is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Ottumwa to Missouri.

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

Book your Ottumwa to Missouri bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Missouri?

There are 341+ hotels available in Missouri.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 803 / ...
6h 20m
$44–86
Drive 218.5 mi
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1. Drive from Ottumwa to Kansas Citycar 218.5 mi
4h 9m
$40–58
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
8h 27m
$123–257

Ottumwa to Missouri by bus

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6h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 282.6 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Kansas City via Des Moines in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Metro Center via Galesburg Amtrak Station, Kansas City, and Union Station in around 8h 27m.

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