What is the cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to South Dakota?

The cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to South Dakota is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 6h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ottumwa to South Dakota?

The fastest way to get from Ottumwa to South Dakota is to drive which takes 6h 31m and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Ottumwa and South Dakota?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottumwa to South Dakota. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Bus Stop and arriving at Sioux Falls via Des Moines and Omaha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

How far is it from Ottumwa to South Dakota?

The distance between Ottumwa and South Dakota is 424 miles. The road distance is 359.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ottumwa to South Dakota without a car?

The best way to get from Ottumwa to South Dakota without a car is to bus which takes 10h 4m and costs $95 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Ottumwa to South Dakota?

It takes approximately 10h 4m to get from Ottumwa to South Dakota, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to South Dakota bus from?

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

Where does the Ottumwa to South Dakota bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ottumwa to South Dakota?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottumwa to South Dakota is 359 miles. It takes approximately 6h 31m to drive from Ottumwa to South Dakota.

Where can I stay near South Dakota?

There are 79+ hotels available in South Dakota.

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There are 4 ways to get from Ottumwa to South Dakota by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or plane

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best
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus
3. Take the bus from Omaha to Sioux Fallsbus
10h 4m
$96–156
Drive 357.1 mi
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1. Drive from Ottumwa to Sioux Fallscar 357.1 mi
6h 31m
$66–95
Bus, fly to Aberdeen Regional Airport
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Aberdeen Regional Airport (ABR)plane DSM - ABR
7h 29m
$173–802
Bus, fly to Sioux Falls
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Des Moinesbus
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Sioux Falls (FSD)plane DSM - FSD
8h 44m
$158–738

Des Moines (DSM) to Aberdeen Regional Airport (ABR) flights

20Weekly Planes

5h 11mAverage Duration

$93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 421.2 mi
Duration: 10h 4m

What companies run services between Ottumwa, IA, USA and South Dakota, USA?

You can take a bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop to Sioux Falls via Des Moines, Omaha, and Sioux Falls in around 10h 4m.

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How to get fromOttumwa to South Dakotaby bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or plane

There are 4 ways to get from Ottumwa to South Dakota by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or plane

Bus

Drive 357.1 mi

Bus, fly to Aberdeen Regional Airport

Bus, fly to Sioux Falls