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

The cheapest way to get from Houston to Ottumwa is to drive which costs $170 - $250 and takes 16h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Houston to Ottumwa is to fly and drive which takes 5h 35m and costs $120 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Houston and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct train from Houston to Ottumwa station. However, there are services departing from Houston and arriving at Ottumwa Amtrak Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 57m.

How far is it from Houston to Ottumwa?

The distance between Houston and Ottumwa is 926 miles. The road distance is 948.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Houston to Ottumwa without a car is to bus and train which takes 27h 54m and costs $260 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Houston to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Houston to Ottumwa train from?

Houston to Ottumwa train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Houston station.

Where does the Houston to Ottumwa train arrive?

Houston to Ottumwa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal station.

Can I drive from Houston to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Houston to Ottumwa is 949 miles. It takes approximately 16h 17m to drive from Houston to Ottumwa.

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

Book your Houston to Ottumwa train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

Houston to Ottumwa - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Houston to Ottumwa by plane, car, bus, train, or train (Amtrak)

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

Fly from William P. Hobby Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Des Moines (DSM)plane HOU - DSM
2. Drive from Des-Moines-Airport-DSM to Ottumwacar
5h 35m
$126–674
Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines (DSM)plane IAH - DSM
2. Drive from Des-Moines-Airport-DSM to Ottumwacar
6h 2m
$83–387
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Downtown Houston to Dallas Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus
5. Drive from Hawk Lot 1 to Ottumwacar
27h 27m
$171–367
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Houston to Longviewbus
2. Take the train from Longview to Springfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus
4. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
27h 54m
$264–569
Drive 943.4 mi
1. Drive from Houston to Ottumwacar 943.4 mi
16h 17m
$173–249
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Houston to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain
2. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
35h 57m
$352–814

Houston to Ottumwa by bus and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

27h 54mAverage Duration

$264Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Houston to Ottumwa.

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Distance: 920.7 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Houston, TX, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

You can take a train from Houston to Ottumwa Amtrak Station via New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and Chicago Union Station in around 35h 57m.

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