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

The cheapest way to get from Peoria to Ottumwa is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peoria to Ottumwa is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Peoria and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Peoria station to Ottumwa. However, there are services departing from Peoria Amtrak Station and arriving at Ottumwa Bus Stop via Galesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Peoria to Ottumwa?

The distance between Peoria and Ottumwa is 165 miles. The road distance is 168.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peoria to Ottumwa without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 14m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Peoria to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peoria to Ottumwa bus from?

Peoria to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Peoria Amtrak Station.

Where does the Peoria to Ottumwa bus arrive?

Peoria to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Peoria to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Peoria to Ottumwa is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Peoria to Ottumwa.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

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

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

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
4h 14m
$51–102
Drive 167.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peoria to Ottumwacar 167.2 mi
3h 14m
$31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0157S
5h
$34–57

Peoria to Ottumwa by bus and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.4 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Peoria, IL, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Bus Stop via Galesburg Amtrak Station and Galesburg in around 5h.

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