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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Ottumwa is to fly and drive which costs $110 - $550 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Ottumwa is to fly and drive which takes 5h 32m and costs $110 - $550.

How far is it from Phoenix to Ottumwa?

The distance between Phoenix and Ottumwa is 1242 miles. The road distance is 1423.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to Ottumwa without a car is to bus and train which takes 36h 6m and costs $170 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Phoenix to Ottumwa, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Ottumwa?

Ottumwa is 1h ahead of Phoenix. It is currently 3:34 PM in Phoenix and 4:34 PM in Ottumwa.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Ottumwa is 1423 miles. It takes approximately 25h 24m to drive from Phoenix to Ottumwa.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa.

Phoenix to Ottumwa - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Des Moines, drive
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1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Des Moines (DSM)plane PHX - DSM
2. Drive from Des-Moines-Airport-DSM to Ottumwacar
5h 32m
$110–513
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Flagstaff Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
36h 6m
$175–560
Bus, train via St. Louis
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus
4. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Stationtrain
39h 32m
Drive 1,414.9 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Ottumwacar 1,414.9 mi
25h 24m
$259–373
Fly Phoenix to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane PHX - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Ottumwacar
6h 5m
$117–576
Fly Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to Des Moines, drive
1. Fly from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane AZA - DSM
2. Drive from Des-Moines-Airport-DSM to Ottumwacar
6h 22m
$183–561
Fly Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane AZA - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Ottumwacar
6h 40m
$190–574

Phoenix to Ottumwa by bus and train

7Weekly Services

36h 6mAverage Duration

$175Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Phoenix to Ottumwa.

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Distance: 1,234.4 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and Ottumwa, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Phoenix to Ottumwa. However, you can take the vehicle to Terminal 4 Station, walk to Phoenix (PHX) airport, fly to Des Moines (DSM), then drive to Ottumwa. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Ottumwa Amtrak Station via Flagstaff Train Station, Flagstaff, and Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 36h 6m.

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