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

The cheapest way to get from Ottumwa to Springfield is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottumwa to Springfield is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Ottumwa and Springfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottumwa to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa and arriving at Springfield via Peoria Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Ottumwa and Springfield?

No, there is no direct train from Ottumwa station to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Ottumwa Amtrak Station and arriving at Springfield via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

How far is it from Ottumwa to Springfield?

The distance between Ottumwa and Springfield is 236 miles. The road distance is 206.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Springfield without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 46m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Ottumwa to Springfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to Springfield bus from?

Ottumwa to Springfield bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Ottumwa station.

Where do I catch the Ottumwa to Springfield train from?

Ottumwa to Springfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ottumwa Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Ottumwa to Springfield?

The best way to get from Ottumwa to Springfield is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $450 and takes 9h 27m.

Where does the Ottumwa to Springfield bus arrive?

Ottumwa to Springfield bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Peoria station.

Where does the Ottumwa to Springfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ottumwa to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottumwa to Springfield is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Ottumwa to Springfield.

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

Book your Ottumwa to Springfield train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 47+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ottumwa to Springfield by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), 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.

Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Galesburg Amtrak StationCalifornia Zephyr
2. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to SpringfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 46m
Drive 205.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ottumwa to Springfield205.5 mi
4h 23m
$38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa to PeoriaDenver
2. Take the bus from Peoria Amtrak Station to SpringfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 15m
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Ottumwa to Des Moines
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI)DSM - SPI
7h 42m
$217–992
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationCalifornia Zephyr
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SpringfieldLincoln Service / ...
9h 27m
$78–441

Des Moines (DSM) to Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) flights

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5h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234.7 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Ottumwa, IA, USA and Springfield, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Ottumwa to Springfield via Peoria and Peoria Amtrak Station in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ottumwa Amtrak Station to Springfield via Chicago Union Station in around 9h 27m.

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