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  • Departure time: 18 May at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago
    Arrival time: 18 May at
    Destination city: Ottumwa
    Destination location: Ottumwa
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago
    Arrival time: 2 June at
    Destination city: Ottumwa
    Destination location: Ottumwa
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 15 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago
    Arrival time: 15 June at
    Destination city: Ottumwa
    Destination location: Ottumwa
    Operated by: Burlington TrailwaysBurlington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Ottumwa

Bus
Average priceUS$135 - US$135Average duration9h 25m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$42 - US$109Average duration4h 57m
37kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Ottumwa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Ottumwa. The journey takes about 4 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
4h 57mAverage duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
37kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Ottumwa: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$135
Average bus trip duration9h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance254 miles

Chicago to Ottumwa Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Ottumwa

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Ottumwa by coach?

    The journey from Chicago to Ottumwa by coach covers an approximate distance of 253 miles (408 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Chicago to Ottumwa without flying?

    To travel from Chicago to Ottumwa without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Ottumwa!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Ottumwa, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Ottumwa will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Bus from Ottumwa to Chicago

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Train from Chicago to Ottumwa

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