What is the cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to Red Wing?

The cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to Red Wing is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ottumwa to Red Wing?

The fastest way to get from Ottumwa to Red Wing is to drive which takes 5h 45m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct train between Ottumwa and Red Wing?

No, there is no direct train from Ottumwa station to Red Wing station. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Amtrak Station and arriving at Red Wing Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 9m.

How far is it from Ottumwa to Red Wing?

The distance between Ottumwa and Red Wing is 384 miles. The road distance is 273.5 miles.

How do I travel from Ottumwa to Red Wing without a car?

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Red Wing without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 34m and costs $90 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Ottumwa to Red Wing?

It takes approximately 9h 34m to get from Ottumwa to Red Wing, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to Red Wing train from?

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

Where does the Ottumwa to Red Wing train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ottumwa to Red Wing?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottumwa to Red Wing is 273 miles. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from Ottumwa to Red Wing.

How do I get a train ticket from Ottumwa to Red Wing?

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Where can I stay near Red Wing?

There are 33+ hotels available in Red Wing.

Ottumwa to Red Wing - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
3. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Red Wing Stationtrain
9h 34m
$91–142
Drive 271.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ottumwa to Red Wingcar 271.9 mi
5h 45m
$50–72
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 Red Wing Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
13h 9m
$212–422

Ottumwa to Red Wing by train (Amtrak)

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13h 9mAverage Duration

$212Cheapest Price

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Distance: 382 mi
Duration: 9h 34m

What companies run services between Ottumwa, IA, USA and Red Wing, MN, USA?

You can take a train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Red Wing Station via Chicago Union Station in around 13h 9m.

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