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17 h 44 min
1678 km.
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Twelve ways to Travel from Columbus to Ottumwa

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Cheapest
By car (1 678 km)
17 h 44 min
1678 km.
from $92
Other
Rideshare
17 h 44 min
1678 km.
from $21.89
Bus, Train (Bus)
13 h 26 min
803 km.
from $108.96
Bus, Train (Bus)
14 h 30 min
803 km.
from $144.76
Bus, Plane (Fly to Des Moines)
8 h 27 min
803 km.
from $397.39
Bus, Train (Bus)
14 h 57 min
803 km.
from $122.17
Bus
15 h 55 min
804 km.
from $232.70
Bus, Plane (Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport)
9 h 33 min
803 km.
from $376.74
Bus, Plane (Fly to Quad City International Airport)
11 h 11 min
803 km.
from $393.04
Bus, Plane (Fly to Midway International Airport)
9 h 14 min
803 km.
from $291.30
Bus, Plane (Fly to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport)
10 h 40 min
803 km.
from $222.39
Bus, Plane (Fly to Burlington Municipal Airport)
7 h 59 min
803 km.
from $302.83

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$828.01
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to The
Ave. Duration:
4h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$891.70
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Quad
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$828.01

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$407.64
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to The
Ave. Duration:
5h 14m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$229.29–$471.33
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Quad
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$484.07
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$343.94
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$356.68

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to The
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$891.70
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Quad
Ave. Duration:
4h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$828.01

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$598.71
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$267.51
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$522.28

Southern Airways Express

Website:
iflysouthern.com/
Plane from John Glenn Columbus International Airport to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
4h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$764.32

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Ottumwa
Ave. Duration:
4h 57m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$140.12
Train from Toledo to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.57–$127.39

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Columbus to Toledo
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$108.28

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Columbus to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice 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:
$34.39–$70.06
Bus from Chicago, IL to Burlington,
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.60–$116.06
Bus from Burlington to Ottumwa
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$61.15
Bus from Cedar Rapids Airport to Mt.
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$61.15
Bus from Mt. Pleasant to Ottumwa
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$53.50
Bus from Moline, IL to Burlington,
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$63.69
Bus from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.78–$132.66

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Email:
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbus to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$89.17

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Ottumwa is to bus and train which costs $59.78 - $217.39 and takes 13h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Ottumwa is to fly and bus which takes 7h 59m and costs $184.78 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Columbus and Ottumwa?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbus to Ottumwa. However, there are services departing from Columbus and arriving at Ottumwa via Chicago, IL and Burlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 55m.

How far is it from Columbus to Ottumwa?

The distance between Columbus and Ottumwa is 1040 km. The road distance is 890.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Columbus to Ottumwa without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 26m and costs $59.78 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 13h 26m to get from Columbus to Ottumwa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbus to Ottumwa bus from?

Columbus to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Columbus station.

Where does the Columbus to Ottumwa bus arrive?

Columbus to Ottumwa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Columbus and Ottumwa?

Ottumwa is 1h behind Columbus. It is currently 02:54 in Columbus and 01:54 in Ottumwa.

Can I drive from Columbus to Ottumwa?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Ottumwa is 891 km. It takes approximately 9h 27m to drive from Columbus to Ottumwa.

Where can I stay near Ottumwa?

There are eight+ hotels available in Ottumwa. Prices start at $48.55 per night.
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