What is the cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to San Francisco is to bus and fly which costs $140 - $550 and takes 11h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ottumwa to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Ottumwa to San Francisco is to bus and fly which takes 9h 52m and costs $290 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Ottumwa and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottumwa to San Francisco station. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Bus Stop and arriving at San Francisco Bus Station via Des Moines, Denver Union Station and Sparks Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ottumwa and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct train from Ottumwa station to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Amtrak Station and arriving at Civic Center / UN Plaza via Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Ottumwa to San Francisco?

The distance between Ottumwa and San Francisco is 1679 miles. The road distance is 1857.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ottumwa to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Ottumwa to San Francisco without a car is to bus which takes 46h 10m and costs $300 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Ottumwa to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 9h 58m to get from Ottumwa to San Francisco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to San Francisco bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to San Francisco train from?

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

Train or bus from Ottumwa to San Francisco?

The best way to get from Ottumwa to San Francisco is to bus which takes 46h 10m and costs $300 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $650 - $1,400 and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Ottumwa to San Francisco bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ottumwa and San Francisco?

San Francisco is 2h behind Ottumwa. It is currently 4:55 AM in Ottumwa and 2:55 AM in San Francisco.

Where does the Ottumwa to San Francisco train arrive?

Ottumwa to San Francisco train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond station.

Can I drive from Ottumwa to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottumwa to San Francisco is 1858 miles. It takes approximately 29h 49m to drive from Ottumwa to San Francisco.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ottumwa to San Francisco?

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Where can I stay near San Francisco?

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Ottumwa to San Francisco - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Ottumwa to San Francisco by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus to Des Moines, fly to San Francisco International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane DSM - SFO
9h 58m
$230–748
Bus, bus to Omaha, fly to San Francisco International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus
3. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane OMA - SFO
11h 46m
$144–548
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Sparks Transit Centerbus
4. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to San Francisco Bus Stationbus
46h 10m
$308–594
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Richmondtrain California Zephyr
2d
$679–1,398
Drive 1,847 mi
1. Drive from Ottumwa to San Franciscocar 1,847 mi
29h 49m
$338–487
Bus to Des Moines, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane DSM - OAK
9h 52m
$296–1,194

Ottumwa to San Francisco by bus (Greyhound)

14Weekly Buses

46h 10mAverage Duration

$308Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,669 mi
Duration: 9h 58m

What companies run services between Ottumwa, IA, USA and San Francisco, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to San Francisco Bus Station via Des Moines, Denver Union Station, and Sparks Transit Center in around 46h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Richmond once daily. Tickets cost $650–1,400 and the journey takes 47h 50m.

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