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

The cheapest way to get from Quincy to Ottumwa is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Quincy to Ottumwa is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Quincy and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Quincy to Ottumwa. However, there are services departing from Quincy Public Transit Hub and arriving at Ottumwa Bus Stop via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Quincy and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct train from Quincy station to Ottumwa station. However, there are services departing from Quincy Amtrak Station and arriving at Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Quincy to Ottumwa?

The distance between Quincy and Ottumwa is 266 miles. The road distance is 117 miles.

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

The best way to get from Quincy to Ottumwa without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs $100 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Quincy to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Quincy to Ottumwa bus from?

Quincy to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Quincy Public Transit Hub station.

Where do I catch the Quincy to Ottumwa train from?

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

Train or bus from Quincy to Ottumwa?

The best way to get from Quincy to Ottumwa is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs $100 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Quincy to Ottumwa bus arrive?

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

Where does the Quincy to Ottumwa train arrive?

Quincy to Ottumwa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Quincy to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Quincy to Ottumwa is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Quincy to Ottumwa.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Quincy Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Illinois Zephyr / ...
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
4h 44m
$109–209
Drive 116.4 mi
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1. Drive from Quincy to Ottumwacar 116.4 mi
2h 39m
$22–31
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Quincy Public Transit Hub to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0153S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Ottumwa Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0157S
8h 40m
$55–105

Quincy to Ottumwa by bus (Greyhound)

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8h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.9 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a vehicle from Quincy to Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Quincy Amtrak Station and Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Quincy Public Transit Hub to Ottumwa Bus Stop via Des Moines in around 8h 40m.

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