Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | 30th Street Station | Ottumwa Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Ottumwa Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Ottumwa Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Ottumwa Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Ottumwa Station | No tags |
Get from Philadelphia to Ottumwa
The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £156, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5730 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £156
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Ottumwa by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Ottumwa?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Ottumwa start from £156. The average price for this train route is around £228. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Ottumwa?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Ottumwa is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 906 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Ottumwa route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Ottumwa?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Ottumwa departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 13:07.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Ottumwa was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of £150To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Ottumwa as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £150 to £804 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Ottumwa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £150, which is on 2026-01-15.
