What is the cheapest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa?

The cheapest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa?

The fastest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa is to drive which takes 7h 39m and costs $70 - $110.

How far is it from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa?

The distance between Poplar Bluff and Ottumwa is 593 miles. The road distance is 389.1 miles.

How do I travel from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa without a car?

The best way to get from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa without a car is to train and bus which takes 13h 43m and costs $120 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa?

It takes approximately 12h 59m to get from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Can I drive from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa is 389 miles. It takes approximately 7h 39m to drive from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa by car, bus, or train

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Poplar Bluff to Flying J - Matthewscar
2. Take the bus from Flying J - Matthews to Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaignbus
3. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus
12h 59m
$119–172
Drive 386.9 mi
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1. Drive from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwacar 386.9 mi
7h 39m
$71–102
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Poplar Bluff Station to Springfieldtrain
2. Take the bus from Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
13h 43m
$128–269

Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa by train and bus (Amtrak)

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13h 43mAverage Duration

$128Cheapest Price

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Distance: 589.8 mi
Duration: 12h 59m

What companies run services between Poplar Bluff, MO, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Poplar Bluff to Ottumwa. However, you can drive to Flying J - Matthews, take the bus to Road Ranger Truck Stop - Champaign, take the taxi to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, then take the bus to Ottumwa Bus Stop. Alternatively, you can take a train from Poplar Bluff Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Springfield, Springfield, Galesburg Amtrak Station, and Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 13h 43m.

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