How far is Ottumwa from Iowa City?

Ottumwa and Iowa City are 103 km (64 miles) apart.

Bus Ottumwa to Iowa City from US$73 | Refundable Tickets

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Departure time: August 24 at 9:45am
Departure city: Ottumwa
Departure location: Ottumwa
Arrival time: August 24 at 3:55pm
Destination city: Iowa City
Destination location: Iowa City
Operated by: Burlington Trailways
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 10m

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Bus Ottumwa to Iowa City: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$73

Average Bus Trip Duration6h 10m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure9:45am

Distance102 km

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Burlington Trailways

4/520 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Based on 20 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Burlington Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at US$73

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Ottumwa to Iowa City Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Ottumwa - Iowa City

How far is Ottumwa from Iowa City?
Ottumwa and Iowa City are 103 km (64 miles) apart.

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 Ottumwa and Iowa City!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Ottumwa to Iowa City.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Ottumwa to Iowa City while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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 average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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