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

The cheapest way to get from Decorah to Ottumwa is to drive which costs $35 - $50 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Decorah to Ottumwa is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $35 - $50.

How far is it from Decorah to Ottumwa?

The distance between Decorah and Ottumwa is 619 miles. The road distance is 191.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Decorah to Ottumwa without a car is to taxi and train which takes 12h 21m and costs $250 - $440.

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

It takes approximately 12h 21m to get from Decorah to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Can I drive from Decorah to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Decorah to Ottumwa is 192 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Decorah to Ottumwa.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

Decorah to Ottumwa - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Decorah to Ottumwa by taxi, train, bus, or car

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

Taxi, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the taxi from Decorah to La Crosse Amtrak Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from La Crosse Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
12h 21m
$251–435
Drive 190.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Decorah to Ottumwacar 190.4 mi
4h 16m
$35–51
Taxi, bus, train
1. Take the taxi from Decorah to La Crossetaxi
2. Take the bus from La Crosse to Madisonbus
3. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
14h 17m
$223–411

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Decorah to Ottumwa.

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Distance: 615 mi
Duration: 12h 21m

What companies run services between Decorah, IA, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Decorah to Ottumwa. However, you can take the taxi to La Crosse Amtrak Station, take the train to Chicago Union Station, then take the train to Ottumwa Amtrak Station. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to La Crosse, take the bus to Madison, take the bus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St, walk to Chicago Union Station, then take the train to Ottumwa Amtrak Station.

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