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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Ottumwa is to bus which costs $140 - $280 and takes 23h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Ottumwa is to fly and bus which takes 8h 12m and costs $260 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Ottumwa. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Ottumwa Bus Stop via Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Ottumwa station. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, Rockville Amtrak and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 57m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Ottumwa?

The distance between Philadelphia and Ottumwa is 1092 miles. The road distance is 1019.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Ottumwa without a car is to bus which takes 23h 45m and costs $140 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Philadelphia to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Ottumwa bus from?

Philadelphia to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Ottumwa train from?

Philadelphia to Ottumwa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Ottumwa?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Ottumwa is to bus which takes 23h 45m and costs $140 - $280. Alternatively, you can train via Washington, which costs $300 - $1,300 and takes 26h 57m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Ottumwa bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Philadelphia and Ottumwa?

Ottumwa is 1h behind Philadelphia. It is currently 1:28 AM in Philadelphia and 12:28 AM in Ottumwa.

Where does the Philadelphia to Ottumwa train arrive?

Philadelphia to Ottumwa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Ottumwa is 1020 miles. It takes approximately 17h 41m to drive from Philadelphia to Ottumwa.

How do I get a train ticket from Philadelphia to Ottumwa?

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

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Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

Philadelphia to Ottumwa - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Philadelphia to Ottumwa by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Des Moines, bus
best
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Des Moines (DSM)plane PHL - DSM
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus
8h 12m
$263–1,188
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Burlington Municipal Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)plane PHL - BRL
2. Drive from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Ottumwacar
8h 26m
$127–624
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0157S
23h 45m
$145–278
Train via Washington (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Rockville Amtrak to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
26h 57m
$308–1,256
Drive 1,013.7 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Ottumwacar 1,013.7 mi
17h 41m
$185–268
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane PHL - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 20m
$223–551
Train to Laguardia Airport, fly to Des Moines, bus
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LGA - DSM
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus
10h 46m
$289–1,798
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane PHL - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 46m
$200–398
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Readingbus
2. Take the bus from Reading to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
27h 41m
$203–383
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
33h 7m
$356–786

Philadelphia to Ottumwa by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

23h 45mAverage Duration

$145Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,085.8 mi
Duration: 8h 12m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Ottumwa Bus Stop via Indianapolis Union Station in around 23h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from 30th Street Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Washington Union Station, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, Rockville, Red Line Center Platform, Rockville Amtrak, and Chicago Union Station in around 26h 57m.

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