Bus Tickets from Ottumwa, IA to Des Moines, IA

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Bus Ottumwa to Des Moines: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$54
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure4:05pm
Distance120 km

Ottumwa to Des Moines Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Ottumwa - Des Moines

  1. How long is the bus trip from Ottumwa to Des Moines?

    The typical travel time from Ottumwa to Des Moines by bus is around 2h 10m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Des Moines in about 2h 10m.

  2. How far is Ottumwa from Des Moines?

    It's about 120 km (75 miles) from Ottumwa to Des Moines.

  3. What is the cheapest way to travel from Ottumwa to Des Moines?

    The least expensive way to go from Ottumwa to Des Moines would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$54, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from Ottumwa to Des Moines?

    Taking the bus from Ottumwa to Des Moines costs on average US$54.

  5. Can you take a day trip from Ottumwa to Des Moines?

    Yes, a day trip from Ottumwa to Des Moines is definitely doable. You'll spend about 4h 20m on the round-trip journey between Ottumwa and Des Moines. Before your trip, be sure to check the departure and arrival times to ensure you'll have ample time to explore Des Moines.

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 Des Moines!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Ottumwa to Des Moines.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Ottumwa to Des Moines that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Ottumwa to Des Moines.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus from Ottumwa to Des Moines

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