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

The cheapest way to get from Calgary to Ottumwa is to fly and drive which costs $110 - $480 and takes 11h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calgary to Ottumwa is to fly and drive which takes 10h 13m and costs $210 - $1,100.

How far is it from Calgary to Ottumwa?

The distance between Calgary and Ottumwa is 1272 miles. The road distance is 1517.2 miles.

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

It takes approximately 10h 13m to get from Calgary to Ottumwa, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Calgary and Ottumwa?

Ottumwa is 1h ahead of Calgary. It is currently 1:17 AM in Calgary and 2:17 AM in Ottumwa.

Can I drive from Calgary to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Calgary to Ottumwa is 1517 miles. It takes approximately 26h 15m to drive from Calgary to Ottumwa.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are 17+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

Calgary to Ottumwa - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Calgary to Ottumwa by plane, car, bus, 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 to Des Moines, drive
best
1. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane YYC - DSM
2. Drive from Des-Moines-Airport-DSM to Ottumwacar
10h 13m
$218–1,026
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane YYC - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Ottumwacar
11h 9m
$110–479
Bus, drive, train
1. Take the bus from Calgary - Deerfoot Inn & Casino* to Lethbridge - U of Lbus
2. Drive from Lethbridge - U of L to Port of Sweet Grasscar
3. Take the bus from Port of Sweet Grass to Shelby Transit Centerbus
4. Take the train from Shelby Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
5. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
40h 44m
Drive 1,508.4 mi
1. Drive from Calgary to Ottumwacar 1,508.4 mi
26h 15m
$346–499
Bus, drive, train via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Calgary - Downtown Ticket Office to Lethbridge - U of Lbus
2. Drive from Lethbridge - U of L to Port of Sweet Grasscar
3. Take the bus from Port of Sweet Grass to Shelby Transit Centerbus
4. Take the train from Shelby Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
5. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Chicago Bus Stationbus
6. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
41h 46m

Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

56Weekly Planes

8h 1mAverage Duration

$201Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Calgary to Ottumwa.

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Distance: 1,264.9 mi
Duration: 10h 13m

What companies run services between Calgary, AB, Canada and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Calgary to Ottumwa. However, you can take the line 300 bus to YYC Airport Domestic Terminal, walk to Calgary International Airport (YYC) airport, fly to Des Moines (DSM), then drive to Ottumwa. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calgary - Deerfoot Inn & Casino* to Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Lethbridge - U of L, Port of Sweet Grass, Shelby Transit Center, Shelby Amtrak Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 40h 44m.

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