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 | Ottumwa Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Ottumwa Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Ottumwa Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Ottumwa Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Ottumwa Station | Union Station | No tags |
Get from Ottumwa to Washington
The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 530, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 530
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottumwa to Washington, DC, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Ottumwa to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Ottumwa to Washington start from R 2 530. The average price for this train route is around R 3 072. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Ottumwa to Washington?
The average train journey time from Ottumwa to Washington is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1333 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Ottumwa to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Ottumwa to Washington?
The earliest train from Ottumwa to Washington departs at 09:07. And the latest train departs at 09:07.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ottumwa to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 605To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Ottumwa to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 605 to R 14 514 for a train ticket from Ottumwa to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 605, which is on 2026-01-29.
