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Topeka to Ottumwa trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Topeka and Ottumwa takes 14h 40m and the fastest train takes 14h 32m. There is at least one train per day from Topeka to Ottumwa. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

14h 40m
Duration
456 mi
Distance
$295
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Topeka to Ottumwa train times

Trains run once daily between Topeka and Ottumwa. The earliest departure is at 3:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Topeka is at 4:25 AM which arrives into Ottumwa at 6:57 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 14h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak14h 32m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak14h 32m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak14h 32m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak14h 32m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak14h 32m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak14h 32m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak15h 32m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Topeka to Ottumwa? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 455.6 mi
  • Duration: 14h 40m

What companies run services between Topeka, KS, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

You can take a train from Topeka Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 10h 15m.

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