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Detroit to Ottumwa

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9 h 42 min
903 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Detroit to Ottumwa

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Cheapest
By car (903 km)
9 h 42 min
903 km.
from $49
Other
Rideshare
9 h 42 min
903 km.
from $11.78
Train
12 h 15 min
790 km.
from $184.52
Bus, Train
13 h 50 min
790 km.
from $117.01
Bus, Plane (Fly to Des Moines)
7 h 31 min
790 km.
from $375.87
Bus
14 h 35 min
789 km.
from $250.27
Bus, Plane (Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport)
10 h 16 min
790 km.
from $338.91
Bus, Plane (Fly to Midway International Airport)
9 h 51 min
790 km.
from $240.54

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Detroit to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$700.62
Plane from Detroit to The
Ave. Duration:
6h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$764.32

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Detroit to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$382.16
Plane from Detroit to The
Ave. Duration:
5h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$496.81
Plane from Detroit to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$331.20

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Detroit to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Plane from Detroit to The
Ave. Duration:
4h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$764.32

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Detroit to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$420.37

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Dearborn to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.67–$140.12
Train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa
Ave. Duration:
4h 57m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$140.12

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$178.34

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$114.65

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Des Moines to Ottumwa
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$70.06
Bus from Chicago, IL to Burlington,
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.15–$121.02
Bus from Burlington to Ottumwa
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$63.69
Bus from Cedar Rapids Airport to Mt.
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$62.42
Bus from Mt. Pleasant to Ottumwa
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$56.05

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Ottumwa is to bus and train which costs $65.22 - $228.26 and takes 13h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Ottumwa is to fly and bus which takes 7h 31m and costs $195.65 - $510.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Ottumwa. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Ottumwa via Chicago, IL and Burlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 35m.

How far is it from Detroit to Ottumwa?

The distance between Detroit and Ottumwa is 899 km. The road distance is 903.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Ottumwa without a car is to train which takes 12h 15m and costs $59.78 - $250 .

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

It takes approximately 12h 15m to get from Detroit to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Ottumwa bus from?

Detroit to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

Train or bus from Detroit to Ottumwa?

The best way to get from Detroit to Ottumwa is to train which takes 12h 15m and costs $59.78 - $250 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $97.83 - $304.35 and takes 14h 35m.

Where does the Detroit to Ottumwa bus arrive?

Detroit to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Ottumwa?

Ottumwa is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 19:58 in Detroit and 18:58 in Ottumwa.

Can I drive from Detroit to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Ottumwa is 903 km. It takes approximately 9h 42m to drive from Detroit to Ottumwa.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa. Prices start at $50.11 per night.
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