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

The cheapest way to get from Indiana to Ottumwa is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indiana to Ottumwa is to train and fly and drive which takes 5h 45m and costs $60 - $160.

Is there a direct train between Indiana and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct train from Indiana to Ottumwa station. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 57m.

How far is it from Indiana to Ottumwa?

The distance between Indiana and Ottumwa is 471 miles. The road distance is 377.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indiana to Ottumwa without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 41m and costs $80 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 9h 41m to get from Indiana to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indiana to Ottumwa train from?

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

What is the time difference between Indiana and Ottumwa?

Ottumwa is 1h behind Indiana. It is currently 4:03 PM in Indiana and 3:03 PM in Ottumwa.

Where does the Indiana to Ottumwa train arrive?

Indiana to Ottumwa train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Indiana to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Indiana to Ottumwa is 377 miles. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Indiana to Ottumwa.

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

Book your Indiana to Ottumwa train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Indiana to Ottumwa by bus, train, car, plane, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2512 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
9h 41m
$80–163
Train, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.train
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
3. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Ottumwacar
6h 5m
$57–289
Drive 375 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Ottumwacar 375 mi
6h 43m
$69–99
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
10h 57m
$81–171
Train, fly to Burlington Municipal Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.train
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)plane ORD - BRL
3. Drive from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Ottumwacar
5h 45m
$64–154
Train, fly to Des Moines, drive
1. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.train
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
3. Drive from Des-Moines-Airport-DSM to Ottumwacar
6h 5m
$60–306

Indiana to Ottumwa by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

9h 41mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Indiana to Ottumwa.

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Distance: 468.3 mi
Duration: 9h 41m

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

You can take a train from Indianapolis to Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 10h 57m.

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