Train from St. Louis to Ottumwa: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from St. Louis to Ottumwa on 19 January
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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Ottumwa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Ottumwa. The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
6h 55mAverage duration
203 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£70 - £70Average duration6h 55m
8kg CO₂e
Average price£60 - £121Average duration12h 22m
30kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from St. Louis to Ottumwa?

    The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Ottumwa start from £60. The average price for this train route is around £87. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Ottumwa?

    The average train journey time from St. Louis to Ottumwa is 12h 22m, covering a distance of 203 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Ottumwa route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Ottumwa?

    The earliest train from St. Louis to Ottumwa departs at 06:35. And the latest train departs at 06:35.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Ottumwa was searched and found on 17 Jan 2026 with a price of £60

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Louis to Ottumwa as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £60 to £258 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Ottumwa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £64, which is on 2026-01-19.

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